What is another word for baptizes?
Pronunciation: [bˈapta͡ɪzɪz] (IPA) 
Baptizes is a verb that means to administer the sacrament of baptism. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of baptizes. Such synonyms include christens, sanctifies, purifies, anoints, or even immerses. Christen means to give a person a Christian name at baptism. Sanctify means to make holy or sacred. Purify means to cleanse or to make free from impurities. Anoint has to do with the ritual application of oil to someone as a sign of consecration or divine appointment. Finally, immerse means to dip or submerge someone in water as part of the rite of baptism. These synonyms can simply help add variety and create more specific meanings when used in writing.
