Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for chrism.
Definitions

chrism

[kriz-uhm] / ˈkrɪz əm /
NOUN
anointing
Synonyms
STRONG


NOUN
unction
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“We don’t believe chrism oil was taken from the church and used to adulterate this statue,” Winder said.

From Washington Post

Royal time should move slowly and by its own laws: creeping, like the flow of chrism from a jar.

From The Guardian

Holy Eucharist with renewal of vows and blessing of chrism.

From Washington Post

Auricular confession was prescribed, as well as the use of the chrism and of holy water in baptism.

From Project Gutenberg

Christ has anointed the Church with a chrism which abides and exerts itself in her as a permanent teacher.

From Project Gutenberg