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baptism

The word “baptism” has 2 syllables: bap-tism

It's pronounced as /ˈbæptɪzəm/

What is synonym and antonym for baptism?

In the thesaurus, “baptism” has 30 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for baptism along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for baptism

Antonyms for baptism

  • discharge
  • removal

Meanings of baptism

  • noun
    1. A Christian sacrament, by which one is received into a church and sometimes given a name, generally involving the candidate to be anointed with or submerged in water.
    2. A similar ceremony of initiation, purification or naming.

Example Sentences

  • The church held a beautiful baptism ceremony for the newborn.
  • He was excited to attend his friend's baptism at the local chapel.
  • Baptism is an important religious ritual in many Christian traditions.
  • The baptism of the twins was celebrated with a family gathering.
  • She remembered her own baptism as a significant moment in her life.

On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to baptism, such as: ablution, baptismal, christening, debut, dedication, discharge, dunking.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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