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anoint Synonyms

Another word for anoint

Choosing another word for anoint depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To smear or rub with oil, ointment, or an aromatic substance, typically as part of a religious ceremony or sacred ritual.

Usage Example

"During the coronation ceremony, the archbishop will consecrate the new monarch with consecrated oil."

Strong
consecrate
sanctify
bless
hallow
Weak
embrocate

• verb (Context 2)

To nominate, designate, or choose someone officially or informally as a successor or leading candidate for a prominent role.

Usage Example

"The retiring chief executive was quick to designate her most trusted deputy as the next leader of the firm."

Strong
designate
nominate
appoint
ordain
crown
tap

Opposites of anoint

The opposite of anoint shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dismiss
desecrate
reject
oust
depose
profane
defile
See all opposites of anoint

• Nearby Words

annum
annunciate
annunciation
anoint
anointing
anointment
anole

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Anoint. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/anoint
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