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saint Synonyms

Another word for saint

Choosing another word for saint depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An exceptionally virtuous, patient, kind, or unselfish person.

Usage Example

"You must have the patience of a angel to remain so calm while organizing this chaotic event."

Strongest
angel
Strong
paragon
gem
treasure

• noun (Context 2)

In the New Testament and certain Christian denominations, any baptized believer or faithful member of the Christian community.

Usage Example

"Paul's epistles frequently address the members of the early church collectively as the saints."

Strong
believer
christian
disciple

• verb (Context 3)

To formally recognize or canonize (someone) as a saint, or to revere as a saintly figure.

Usage Example

"The church officially sainted the devoted missionary decades after her passing."

Strongest
canonize
Strong
beatify
consecrate
sanctify
hallow
venerate
revere
exalt

Opposites of saint

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

sinner
devil
demonize
unbeliever
nonbeliever
fiend
monster
anathematize
See all opposites of saint

• Nearby Words

sailorman
sailplane
saindoux
saint
saint petersburg
sainted
sainthood

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