Eucharistic
|Eu/cha/ris/tic|
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/ˌjuːkəˈrɪstɪk/
sacramental
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Eucharistic' originates from the Greek word 'eucharistia,' where 'eu-' meant 'good' and 'charis' meant 'grace.'
Historical Evolution
'Eucharistia' transformed into the Latin word 'eucharistia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Eucharistic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'thanksgiving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning related to the Christian sacrament.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the Eucharist, a Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper by consecrating bread and wine.
The Eucharistic celebration is central to the Catholic Mass.
Synonyms
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