verb

anoints

anoi·nts 2 syllables

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

Word facts

Part of speech verb
Syllables 2
Letters 7
Starts with A

Definition of Anoints

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

How to use Anoints

Anoints is a verb. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Related words with similar meanings include salve — each with slight differences in tone or formality. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.

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Antonyms for Anoints

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How many syllables does anoints have?

Anoints has 2 syllables: anoi·nts. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.

What part of speech is anoints?

Anoints is used as a verb. As a verb, it describes an action or state.

What are synonyms for anoints?

Words with similar meanings to anoints include salve. The best synonym depends on the exact context you are writing or reading in.

How do you use anoints in a sentence?

Anoints can be used in sentences where a verb describing to smear or rub over with oil or an unctuous substance; also, to spread over, as is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.

What words start with the same letter as anoints?

Anoints starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does anoints have?

Anoints has 7 letters. It contains 2 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.