How Do You Spell EXCOMMUNICATE?

Pronunciation: [ɛkskəmjˈuːnɪkˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "excommunicate" is spelled as /ɛkskəˈmyunɪkeɪt/. It refers to the act of officially excluding someone from a religious community, typically as a form of punishment. The first part of the word, "ex-", means "out of" or "from", while the second part, "communicate", comes from the Latin word "communicare", meaning "to share". Therefore, "excommunicate" means to be removed or cut off from the sharing or communication within a religious community. This word is commonly used in Christianity and other faiths that practice excommunication.

EXCOMMUNICATE Meaning and Definition

1. Excommunicate is a verb that refers to the act or process of officially excluding an individual from participation in the religious community or organization they were formerly a part of. It is a disciplinary action imposed by the authorities, leaders, or governing body of a religious group as a punishment for serious offenses or violations against the established principles, doctrines, or rules of the faith.

   When someone is excommunicated, they are effectively severed from the privileges, rights, and benefits associated with their religious affiliation. This can include being denied access to religious rites, sacraments, rituals, and other communal activities. Moreover, excommunication often entails social and spiritual restrictions, where the person is considered an outcast within their religious community, with limited or no contact with other members or clergy.

   The reasons for excommunication can vary depending on the specific religious group and its foundational beliefs. Common grounds for excommunication might include heresy, apostasy, immorality, or acts that challenge the authority or teachings of the religious institution. The ultimate goal of excommunication, in most cases, is to isolate the individual in order to encourage repentance, correction of behavior, and reconciliation with the community.

   Historically, excommunication has been a significant tool in maintaining the authority and orthodoxy of religious institutions. It is often seen as a severe measure, meant to preserve the integrity, unity, and adherence to religious principles deemed essential by the community.

2. • To expel or exclude from the communion of the church; to deprive of church privileges.

   • One who is excluded from the fellowship of the church.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for EXCOMMUNICATE

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Etymology of EXCOMMUNICATE

The word "excommunicate" has its origins in Latin. It can be traced back to the Latin word "excommunicare", which was derived from the combination of "ex" meaning "out of, away from" and "communicare" meaning "to share, impart, or make common". The word was first recorded in English in the late 14th century, retaining its original meaning of "to exclude or cut off from communion or communication". In the context of religion, it refers to the action of formally cutting someone off from the church or its sacraments as a form of punishment or as a declaration of expulsion.

Similar spelling word for EXCOMMUNICATE

• excommunication.

Plural form of EXCOMMUNICATE is EXCOMMUNICATES

Conjugate verb Excommunicate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to excommunicate

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

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SIMPLE PAST

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