Definition

A ceremony where a person is baptized again after having been baptized before.

Example

After much reflection, she decided to undergo rebaptism as a sign of her renewed faith.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the idea of rebaptism?

I haven't really, but it sounds interesting.

Some people believe it gives them a fresh start in their faith through rebaptism.

That makes sense! It could be a meaningful experience for them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rebaptism → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "baptism" (from Greek "baptisma", meaning immersion or baptism). The word refers to the act of being baptized again.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'immersed' ('baptisma') 'again' ('re-') — that's why rebaptism means to be baptized again.

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