sanctitude

/'sæɳktitjud/

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The word "sanctitude" is a noun that means the quality of being holy or sacred. It describes something that is highly respected, often because it is associated with religious or spiritual significance.

Usage Instructions:

• Part of Speech: Noun
• How to Use: You can use "sanctitude" to talk about places, objects, or concepts that have a special, sacred status. It is often used in religious or philosophical contexts.

Example:

• "The sanctitude of the ancient temple made it a place of pilgrimage for many believers."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, "sanctitude" can be used to debate the importance of preserving sacred spaces in a rapidly changing world or to express the deep respect for certain traditions or beliefs.

Word Variants:

• Sanctified (adjective): Made holy or sacred.
• Sanctity (noun): The state of being holy or sacred; often used interchangeably with "sanctitude."
• Sanctify (verb): To make something holy or to set it apart as sacred.

Different Meanings:

While "sanctitude" specifically refers to the quality of being holy, related terms like "sanctity" can also refer to the importance of something that deserves respect, even if it’s not necessarily religious.

Synonyms:

• Holiness
• Sacredness
• Sanctity
• Divinity

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no direct idioms or phrasal verbs that include "sanctitude," but you may encounter phrases related to holiness, such as: - "To hold something sacred" — meaning to regard something as very important or worthy of respect. - "To cross a sacred line" — meaning to do something that disrespects or violates a sacred principle or belief.

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Noun

1. the quality of being holy

Synonyms

• holiness
• sanctity