Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exorcista

Noun

/ˈɛksɔːr.sɪst/

Definition

A person who performs an exorcism, which is the religious or spiritual practice of evicting demons or other spiritual entities from a person or place.

Examples

The exorcista was called to help the family deal with the supernatural disturbances in their home.
Many cultures have their own versions of an exorcista and methods for cleansing negative energies.

Meaning

An exorcist is typically believed to have the spiritual authority or ability to confront and command evil spirits out of individuals or locations that are believed to be possessed.