Meaning & use

sacred

adjective·Academic

Considered holy and deserving of deep respect, especially in connection with religion.

See it in a sentence

The temple is considered sacred ground by the local community.

Family dinner on Sundays is a sacred tradition in our house.

A note on using this word

Sacred is often used figuratively for traditions or values treated with the same reverence as religious things.

Words with a similar meaning

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Words with an opposite meaning

profanesecular

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