sanctified (C2)

adjective/verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsæŋktɪfaɪd/

Definition

Made holy, consecrated, or set apart for a sacred purpose.

Examples

• The ground where the shrine stands was sanctified centuries ago by the local community.

• Many believers feel that their daily labor is sanctified when performed with a spirit of service.

• The bishop sanctified the new altar with oil and prayer during the dedication service.

How to Use sanctified

sanctify something (collocation)

To make a specific object or space holy. — "They sanctified the new chapel before the first service."

be sanctified by (prepositional phrase)

To undergo the process of being made holy by an agent. — "The water was sanctified by the priest."

Synonyms of sanctified

Words with a similar meaning to sanctified:

• blessed
• holy
• consecrated
• hallowed

Antonyms of sanctified

Words with the opposite meaning to sanctified:

• desecrated
• profane

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