English dictionary
sacred
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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concerned with religion or religious purposes
ExamplesSacred texts.
Sacred rites.
Sacred music.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Set apart by solemn religious ceremony; especially, in a good sense, made holy; set apart to religious use; consecrated; not profane or common; as, a <i>sacred</i> place; a <i>sacred</i> day; <i>sacred</i> service.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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worthy of respect or dedication
ExamplesSaw motherhood as woman's sacred calling.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use
ExamplesThe sacred mosque.
Sacred elephants.
Sacred bread and wine.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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worthy of religious veneration
ExamplesThe sacred name of Jesus.
Synonyms hallowedSource: WordNet 3.0
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(often followed by `to') devoted exclusively to a single use or purpose or person
ExamplesA fund sacred to charity.
A morning hour sacred to study.
A private office sacred to the President.
Source: WordNet 3.0