Exorcist

/ˈɛksərsɪst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who practices exorcism, that is, the expulsion of an evil spirit from a person or place.

The exorcist was called in to help with the strange occurrences reported in the old house.

A minister or priest who has the authority to expel demons or evil spirits.

The church sent an exorcist to confront the possessed individual.

A professional or a specialist in performing exorcisms, often qualified through religious rite.

Many believe that only an experienced exorcist can handle severe cases of possession.

A character in horror and supernatural literature or film who performs exorcisms.

In the film, the exorcist battles against a powerful demon to save the young girl.

Late Middle English: from medieval Latin 'exorcista', from Greek 'exorkistēs', from 'exorkizein' meaning 'to bind by oath'.

demonic possession

The state of being controlled by an evil spirit.

spiritual warfare

The struggle against evil forces, often linked to exorcism.

casting out demons

The act of expelling evil spirits from an individual or place.

exorcism

The religious or spiritual practice of attempting to rid a person or place of demons or evil spirits.

possession

The state of being controlled by an evil spirit.

demon

A supernatural being often depicted as a malevolent entity.

Ghostbuster

He plays the role of a ghostbuster in the new horror film.

Spirit chaser

As a spirit chaser, she investigates haunted locations.