sanctify

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsæŋktɪfaɪ/

Definition

To set apart as holy or to make free from sin.

Examples

• The ancient tradition was believed to sanctify the ground where the temple was built.

• Many followers believe that prayer and meditation help to sanctify their daily lives.

• The bishop arrived to sanctify the newly constructed chapel during the morning service.

How to Use sanctify

sanctify something (collocation)

to make a specific object or space holy — "The priest used holy water to sanctify the new altar."

be sanctified by (collocation)

to be made holy through a specific act or belief — "The marriage was sanctified by the church ceremony."

Synonyms of sanctify

Words with a similar meaning to sanctify:

• bless
• purify
• consecrate
• hallow

Antonyms of sanctify

Words with the opposite meaning to sanctify:

• desecrate
• profane

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