decarnate

/ˌdɛkɑːrˈneɪt, -ˈneɪt/; /dɛkəˈreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to deprive (a creature) of its flesh or body, especially in a spiritual sense.

“In this context, the soul decarnates from the body after death.”

2. noun

the state of being deprived of flesh or body, especially in a spiritual sense.

“The soul enters a state of decarnation after death.”

Synonyms

  • dematerialize
  • despiritualize

Antonyms

  • carnify
  • materialize