Definition

Noun: The quality or state of being sacred; the condition of being dedicated, set apart, or regarded with reverence, typically because of a connection with a deity or religious belief. It implies inviolability, holiness, and profound respect.

Usage

"Sacredness" is used to describe the inherent, revered quality of an object, place, time, principle, or being. It is an abstract noun often used in religious, spiritual, and formal contexts to denote supreme importance and untouchable status. - It is often modified by adjectives (e.g., deep sacredness, ancient sacredness) or preceded by a possessive (e.g., the sacredness of the site). - It commonly follows the preposition "of" to specify what possesses this quality.

Examples

• The sacredness of the temple was respected by all visitors.
• Many cultures have traditions that emphasize the sacredness of life.
• The ceremony was performed with a deep sense of sacredness.
• They debated the sacredness of the oath he had taken.

Advanced Usage

• "Profane the sacredness of": To violate or treat with disrespect something that is considered sacred.
  • The act of vandalism profaned the sacredness of the memorial.
• "An aura of sacredness": A perceived atmosphere or quality of holiness surrounding something.
  • An aura of sacredness surrounds the ancient forest.

Variants and Related Words

• Sacred (adj): Connected with God or a god or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration.
• Sacral (adj): Relating to sacred rites or rituals.
• Sacrality (n): A synonym for sacredness, often used in academic or anthropological contexts.
• Consecrated (adj): Having been made or declared sacred.
• Hallowed (adj): Made holy; honored as holy.

Synonyms

• Holiness: The state of being holy.
• Sanctity: The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly.
• Inviolability: The quality of being safe from harm, violation, or destruction.
• Reverence: Deep respect for someone or something.

Antonyms

• Profaneness: The quality of being not sacred or secular; irreverence.
• Secularity: The state of being separate from religion.
• Desecration: The act of treating a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• Sense of sacredness: The feeling or awareness that something is sacred.
  • The quiet chapel instilled a strong sense of sacredness.
• Principle of sacredness: A fundamental rule or belief based on the concept of something being sacred.
  • The principle of sacredness guides their environmental practices.

Noun

1. the quality of being sacred