Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
baptism
Noun
/ˈbæptɪzəm/
Definition
A Christian sacrament marked by ritual use of water and admitting the recipient to the Christian community.
Examples
- She decided to undergo baptism to commit to her faith.
- The baptism of the baby was held on a sunny Sunday.
- Many people choose to have a baptism as a significant event in their lives.
Meaning
Baptism is a religious ceremony in which a person is immersed in water or has water poured over them, symbolizing purification or the initiation into a religion.
Synonyms
- Christening
- Dedication
- Initiation
