Anoint (Verb)
Meaning 1
Administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing.
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
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Meaning 2
Choose by or as if by divine intervention; "She was anointed the head of the Christian fundamentalist group".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The young prince was anointed the new king after his father's sudden passing.
- She was anointed the leader of the local non-profit organization due to her community service.
- John was anointed the successor to the famous family business despite being the youngest son.
- The rising star was anointed the new face of the popular clothing brand.
- Maria was anointed the head of the humanitarian organization for her selfless contributions.