PURGATORY
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Purgatory.
Purgatory - as a noun
A temporary condition of torment or suffering
Example: "A purgatory of drug abuse"
(theology) in roman catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins
Purgatory - as an adjective
Tending to cleanse; expiatory.
Example Sentences
"He believed that his soul would be cleansed in purgatory before entering heaven."
"The lost souls wandered aimlessly in purgatory, searching for a way out."
"The Catholic Church teaches that prayers can help shorten a soul's time in purgatory."
"After his death, he feared he would be trapped in purgatory for eternity."
"The book depicted purgatory as a place of suffering and purification."
Word Game Points
Is PURGATORY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purgatory is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PURGATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PURGATORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purgatory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPURGATORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is PURGATORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purgatory is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPURGATORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
