Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

confirmand

noun

/ˈkɒnfərmænd/

Definition

A person who is to be confirmed in a religious rite, particularly in Christian traditions.

Examples

The confirmand took part in several classes to understand the significance of the confirmation ceremony.
During the service, each confirmand was called forward to receive blessings from the pastor.
Being a confirmand means one is ready to accept the responsibilities of their faith.

Meaning

The term confirmand refers to an individual, usually a young person, who is undergoing preparation for confirmation in the church, marking their full membership in the faith community.