Synonyms for
Saint
Definition
A person who is recognized as holy or virtuous, especially by the Christian Church.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- canonized saint
- patron saint
- living saint
- saint peter
- saint paul
- saint jude
- saint francis
Word family
Usage note
While 'saint' can refer to a person recognized for exceptional virtue, it is most commonly used in a religious context for individuals officially recognized by a church as having attained heaven. Informally, it can be used to describe someone with extremely good behavior.
Example sentences
- St. Francis of Assisi is a famous saint.
- My mom says my grandpa is a saint because he is always kind to others.
- We pray to the saints for help and guidance.
- The church celebrates the feast of all saints in November.
- Many people visit the tomb of Mother Teresa to pray to the saint for help.
Quotes
Be a saint; what else is there? - Patrick Kavanagh
A saint is a person who gives of themself without asking for anything in return. - Teresa of Calcutta
To become a saint is not a privilege, it is the ultimate duty of every human being. - Sri Chinmoy