Immolation

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌɪməˈleɪʃən/

Definitions of immolation

noun a sacrifice

Example Sentences

A1 The concept of immolation is unfamiliar to many people.

A2 In some cultures, immolation is seen as a form of sacrifice.

B1 The ritual of immolation has been practiced for centuries in various religions.

B2 The act of immolation can have significant cultural and historical significance.

C1 The film depicted a graphic scene of immolation as part of the character's sacrifice.

C2 The novel explored the theme of immolation as a means of redemption in a dystopian society.

Examples of immolation in a Sentence

formal The act of immolation was considered a sacred ritual in some ancient cultures.

informal I heard they found evidence of immolation in the abandoned building down the street.

slang Dude, that movie was so intense, it was like total immolation scene!

figurative His reckless behavior was like a slow immolation of his reputation.

Grammatical Forms of immolation

past tense

immolated

plural

immolations

comparative

more immolation

superlative

most immolation

present tense

immolates

future tense

will immolate

perfect tense

has immolated

continuous tense

is immolating

singular

immolation

positive degree

immolation

infinitive

to immolate

gerund

immolating

participle

immolating

Origin and Evolution of immolation

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'immolation' originated from the Latin word 'immolatio', which means sacrifice.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of sacrificial offerings, the meaning of 'immolation' has evolved to also include self-sacrifice or destruction by fire.