Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Ordain.
Ordain - as a verb
Order by virtue of superior authority; decree
Example: "The king ordained the persecution and expulsion of the jews"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enact7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decree9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Appoint to a clerical posts
Example: "He was ordained in the church"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consecrate14order6ordinate9Invest with ministerial or priestly authority
Example: "The minister was ordained only last month"
Example Sentences
"The minister will ordain new priests next week."
"The bishop has the authority to ordain deacons."
"The ceremony was held to ordain the new king."
"The church decided to ordain women as priests."
"It is a tradition in our family to ordain the eldest son as the heir."
Word Game Points
Is ORDAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ordain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ORDAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is ORDAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ordain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordORDAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is ORDAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ordain is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordORDAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
