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ordained

The word “ordained” has 2 syllables: or-dained

It's pronounced as /ɔrˈdeɪnd/

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In the thesaurus, “ordained” has 62 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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Synonyms for ordained

Antonyms for ordained

Meanings of ordained

  • verb
    1. To prearrange unalterably.
    2. To decree.
    3. To admit into the ministry of a religion, for example as a priest, bishop, minister or Buddhist monk, or to authorize as a rabbi.
    4. To predestine.
  • adjective
    1. Established by authority.
    2. Admitted to the ministry of the church.

Example Sentences

  • He was officially ordained as a minister after years of study.
  • She felt ordained to follow a spiritual path.
  • The council ordained new regulations for the community.
  • They believed he was ordained by a higher power.
  • After the ceremony, the newly ordained priest gave his first sermon.

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