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anointed

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "anointed" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

anointed

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anointed is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, anointed is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofanointed

1verb
  • To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
  • To apply oil to or to pour oil upon, etc., as a sacred rite, especially for consecration.
  • To choose or nominate somebody for a leading or otherwise important position, especially formally or officially, or as an intended successor.
  • To mark somebody as an official ruler, especially a king or queen, as a part of a religious ceremony.
1noun
  • A person who has been anointed, especially for religious reasons
1adjective
  • Having undergone the process of anointing.
  • Utter; thorough; eminent.
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