Definition

A person who believes in or practices the religious significance of sacraments, which are sacred rites recognized in certain faiths.

Example

The sacramentalist emphasized the importance of baptism in the church service.

Conversation

Have you ever met a sacramentalist before?

No, I haven't! What do they believe in?

They focus a lot on the importance of rituals and symbols in faith.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about their practices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sacramentalist → It is formed from "sacrament" (from Latin *sacramentum*, meaning a sacred thing or a religious rite) and "-alist" (meaning one who practices or advocates). A sacramentalist is someone who advocates for or practices the sacraments in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sacred thing' ('sacrament') and someone who 'practices' it ('-alist'). This helps you remember that a sacramentalist is someone who advocates for sacred religious rites.

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