immolate (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɪm.ə.leɪt/

Definition

To offer something, especially a sacrifice, by burning it.

Examples

• The villagers decided to immolate the effigy of the corrupt politician.

• In some ancient rituals, animals were immolated on altars.

• He threatened to immolate himself if his demands were not met.

How to Use immolate

immolate oneself (collocation)

To burn oneself to death as a form of protest or sacrifice. — "The monk decided to immolate himself to protest the war."

Synonyms of immolate

Words with a similar meaning to immolate:

• sacrifice
• consecrate
• burn
• offer

Antonyms of immolate

Words with the opposite meaning to immolate:

• preserve
• protect

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