How to Pronounce Anointed

To pronounce "anointed", say AN-oint-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ə.ˈnɔɪn.tɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ə.ˈnɔɪn.tɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “anointed”

"anointed" has 3 syllables: an-oint-ed. It rhymes with disjointed and pointed, if that helps it stick.

What does anointed mean?

verb

  1. To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.
  2. To apply oil to or to pour oil upon, etc., as a sacred rite, especially for consecration.

noun

  1. A person who has been anointed, especially for religious reasons

adjective

  1. Having undergone the process of anointing.
  2. Utter; thorough; eminent.

Synonyms

salve

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Words that rhyme with anointed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

disjointedpointedappointeddisappointedjointedpinpointedreappointed

Related words

aneleoilbaptizedbaptiseddevoteddedicatednamedcalled

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anointed"?▾

"Anointed" has 3 syllables: an · oint · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "anointed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anointed" is /ə.ˈnɔɪn.tɪd/.

What does "anointed" mean?▾

Anointed: To smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as oil.

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