PURGATORIAL

Pronunciation (US): (GB):

I. (adjective)

Sense 1

Meaning:

Of or resembling purgatory

Example:

purgatorial fires

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

purgatory ((theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins)

Derivation:

purgatory ((theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins)

purgatory (a temporary condition of torment or suffering)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Serving to purge or rid of sin

Example:

purgatorial rites

Synonyms:

purgatorial; purging; purifying