Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exorcismo

noun
/ɛkˈsɔːr.sɪ.zəm/
Definition
The act of driving out an evil spirit from a person or place.
Examples
  • The priest performed an exorcismo to rid the house of the troubling spirit.
  • In some cultures, exorcismo is a common practice for dealing with possessions.
  • Movies often depict exorcismo as a dramatic confrontation between good and evil.
Meaning
Exorcismo refers to a ritual or practice that aims to free someone or something from demonic possession or influence.
Synonyms
  • exorcism
  • purification
  • cleansing