Communion most often refers to a close sharing of thoughts or feelings. It can also mean taking part in the Christian EucharistA Christian ceremony of bread and wine remembering Jesus., or a religious Christian group with shared beliefsIdeas or convictions that people accept as true. and practicesCustomary actions or ways of doing something regularly..
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /kəˈmjunjən/
Easy pronunciation: kuh-MYOO-nyən (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the second syllable.
Use this pronunciation for the noun meaning a close sense of shared understanding or connection with someone.
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Communion Meaning
a close sense of shared understanding or connection with someone
Part of speech: noun
Definition: sharing thoughts and feelings
Example: She felt a deep communion with her grandmother during their long talks.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- sharing — Works when communion means a close sharing of thoughts, feelings, or experience.
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Other Meanings of Communion
Meaning 2
taking part in Holy Communion in a Christian church
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist
Example: The congregation gathered for communion at the end of the service.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- holy communion — This is the standard Christian term for the rite, not a broad substitute for all meanings of communion.
- manduction — A rare theological term for receiving the Eucharist; not common everyday English.
- sacramental manduction — A technical religious expression referring to receiving the sacrament.
Meaning 3
a Christian church body or fellowship with shared beliefs and rituals
Part of speech: noun
Definition: (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites
Example: The denomination belongs to a worldwide communion of churches.
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Communion Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- sharing
the Eucharist or Holy Communion
- holy communion
- manduction
- sacramental manduction
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use communion to mean ordinary conversation or casual socializing.
- Do not confuse communion with community: communion stresses shared belief, feeling, or a religious rite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does communion mean?
Communion usually means a close sharing of thoughts or feelings. In Christian usage, it can also mean the Eucharist or the act of receiving it.
What are the synonyms of communion?
For the main sense, sharing is the closest synonym in the supplied data. For the religious sense, holy communion, manduction, and sacramental manduction are listed, though the last two are rare technical terms.
Is communion only a religious word?
No. It is often used in a general sense for close sharing or fellowship, but it is also strongly associated with Christian worship.
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