stigmata

noun

UK/ˈstɪɡ.mə.tə/
US/stɪɡˈmɑː.t̬ə/

Definitions of stigmata noun

  1. Plural(复数)

    Marks appearing on a person's body that correspond to the wounds inflicted on Jesus Christ during his crucifixion.

    (神圣的)圣痕

    • Some believe the stigmata appearing on saints are a sign of divine favor.

      有些人相信圣徒身上出现的圣痕是神圣恩典的标志。

    • The phenomenon of stigmata remains scientifically unexplained.

      圣痕现象仍然无法用科学解释。

    • Marks resembling stigmata appeared on her arm.

      她的手臂上出现了类似圣痕的印记。