eucharistic
UK: juːkəˈrɪstɪk | US: juːkəˈrɪstɪk
adj. relating to the Eucharist (the Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper)
The word "eucharistic" derives from the Greek "eucharistos," meaning "grateful" or "thankful," which itself comes from "eu-" (good/well) and "charizesthai" (to show favor or grace). The term evolved in Christian theology to specifically refer to the sacrament of the Eucharist, symbolizing gratitude for Christ's sacrifice. The suffix "-ic" standardizes it as an adjective in English.
The priest prepared the eucharistic bread for the ceremony.
Early Christian texts often describe eucharistic rituals in detail.
The painting depicts a scene of eucharistic celebration.
Scholars debate the origins of eucharistic practices in different denominations.
Her thesis focused on the symbolism of eucharistic wine in medieval art.