Meaning & use
sacred
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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