Crypt — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Crypt
Crypt (noun)
- a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground; especially, a vault under the main floor of a church
- a chamber in a mausoleum
- an anatomical pit or depression
Crypt (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an underground burial chamber
"the old church's crypt is the final resting place for the president and his beloved wife"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Crypt
The most common words with a similar meaning to Crypt:
Origin & Etymology of Crypt
borrowed from Latin crypta, crupta "covered passage, underground room," borrowed from Greek kryptḗ "underground room," noun derivative from feminine of kryptós "hidden, secret," verbal adjective of krýptein "to hide, conceal," of uncertain origin
First known use: 1583
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Crypt
- CEFR level: C2 English Vocabulary — Page 20
- Topics: Intellect & Logic
Words & Phrases Containing Crypt
Frequently Asked Questions about Crypt
What does "Crypt" mean?
"Crypt" means a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground; especially, a vault under the main floor of a church. As a noun, it is defined as: a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground; especially, a vault under the main floor of a church.
What is another word for "Crypt"?
Other words for "Crypt" include catacomb(s) and vault. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Crypt" you intend.
How do you use "Crypt" in a sentence?
Examples of "Crypt" in a sentence: "the old church's crypt is the final resting place for the president and his beloved wife".
Is "Crypt" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Crypt" is a noun.
Is "Crypt" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C2-level word, "Crypt" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Crypt"?
"Crypt" is pronounced /ˈkript/.
What is the origin of the word "Crypt"?
"Crypt" comes from borrowed from Latin crypta, crupta "covered passage, underground room," borrowed from Greek kryptḗ "underground room," noun derivative from feminine of kryptós "hidden, secret," verbal adjective of krýptein "to hide, conceal," of uncertain origin. First known use: 1583.
What is another word for "Crypt" meaning "an underground burial chamber"?
When "Crypt" (noun) means an underground burial chamber, synonyms include catacomb(s) and vault.