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baptism

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of baptism

the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization
  • the baptism of the new members of the college fraternity
Synonyms of baptism

inaugural, inauguration, induction, initiation, installation, installment (also instalment), investiture, investment
Words Related to baptism

enlistment, enrollment (also enrolment)

promotion
Near Antonyms of baptism

discharge, removal

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