Synonyms for

Saints

Verb / seɪnts / Another word for saints — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A saint is a person who is recognized by the Christian church as being holy because of the way they lived their life.

Synonyms & similar words

angel holyman nonpareil apotheosis nonesuch paragon canonise ideal holyperson canonize enshrine nonsuch saint martyrs blessed divine godly righteous angelic pure pious spiritual devout revered worshiped beatified canonized exalted glorified sanctified anointed chosen

Synonyms by register

Formal

virtuous pious canonized

Informal

goody-two-shoes angel saintly people

Literary

celestials blessed holy ones

Antonyms

sinners villains evildoers scoundrels wicked unholy

Common collocations

  • all the saints
  • saints preserve us
  • saints be praised
  • saints and sinners
  • patron saint
  • saints' day
  • living saint

Word family

noun saint
adjective saintly

Usage note

While 'saint' often refers to a person officially recognized by a church for holiness, it can also be used informally to describe a person of exceptional virtue or kindness.

Example sentences

  1. The saints are celebrated every year on All Saints' Day.
  2. St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most famous saints.
  3. Many people pray to the saints for help and guidance.
  4. The church has a special process for declaring someone a saint.
  5. The saints are believed to be in heaven with God.

Quotes

  • All the gold which is under or upon the earth is not enough to give in exchange for virtue. - Plutarch
  • “To be a saint is to be an exception; to be a true man is the rule. - Victor Hugo
  • “The saints are the sinners who keep on trying. - Robert Louis Stevenson

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