raptured

[ rap-cherd ]

adjective

, Theology.

1. (especially of saints) experiencing religious ecstasy as a result of one's faith.

Other Words From

• un·raptured adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of raptured¹

First recorded in 1675–85; rapture + -ed ²

Example Sentences

It was me who managed to spill a glass of water over the notes Mourinho waved to a raptured audience at his unveiling news conference.

From BBC

Because they’re so light, they defy proper waste management, floating off trash cans and sanitation trucks like they’re being raptured by a garbage god.

From Los Angeles Times

According to officially sanctioned dogma, each citizen was chosen by God, in effect, “raptured.”

From Washington Post

I’m – barring some apocalyptic nightmare scenario where all the real doctors on earth are raptured and my Girl Scout first aid training is suddenly considered a high degree of medical skill – never going to be a doctor.

From Slate

Based on some Christians’ interpretation of Revelation, the New Testament’s final book, Jesus will return to Earth, believers will be raptured to heaven and will leave unbelievers behind.

From Washington Post