ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Anointed

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /əˈnɔɪn.tɪd/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Anointed is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of anoint.

Meaning

simple past and past participle of anoint.

More Meanings

  1. Having undergone the process of anointing.
  2. A person who has been anointed, especially religiously.
  3. (dated slang) Utter; thorough; eminent.

Example Sentences

I wonder if she has the faintest idea of what an anointed scoundrel he is?

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