Definition

A religious ceremony where a person is initiated into a faith, often involving the use of water to symbolize purification and acceptance into a community.

Example

The baby was welcomed into the church during the baptism ceremony.

Conversation

Are you going to the baptism this weekend?

Yeah, I wouldn't miss it for the world!

I heard it's going to be a beautiful ceremony.

Definitely, I love how meaningful baptisms can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Baptism → It is formed from "baptizō" (meaning to immerse or dip) in Greek, and the suffix "-ism" (indicating a practice or belief). The word "baptism" refers to the practice of immersing someone in water as a sign of purification or initiation into a religious community.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for immersing or dipping ('baptizō') to remember that baptism is the act of immersing someone in water as a sign of purification.

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