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communion Synonyms

Another word for communion

Choosing another word for communion depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A body or group of Christians or churches sharing a common religious faith and recognizing one another's sacraments.

Usage Example

"Bishops from across the global Anglican denomination met to discuss doctrinal matters."

Strong
denomination
church
sect
faith

• noun (Context 2)

The sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings, especially on a mental or spiritual level.

Usage Example

"Walking alone through the quiet forest gave her a deep sense of fellowship with nature."

Strongest
fellowship
Strong
affinity
kinship
rapport
intimacy
closeness
togetherness
harmony

• noun (Context 3)

The Christian sacrament in which consecrated bread and wine are consumed as a memorial of Christ's death or as a symbol of spiritual union with him.

Usage Example

"The congregation gathered at the altar rail to receive eucharist during the Sunday service."

Strongest
eucharist
Strong
sacrament

Opposites of communion

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

alienation
estrangement
isolation
schism
excommunication
detachment
disconnection
See all opposites of communion

• Nearby Words

communicative
communicativeness
communicator
communion
communique
communiqué
communism

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