sacred
adjective
devoted or dedicated to a deity or to some religious purpose; consecrated.
sacredness
-
a word derived from
sacred.
Example Sentences
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"There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come," the post added.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
Duncan, who has sold her home to travel full time in an RV, says that focusing on the sacredness of the experience helped her accept her husband’s death.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 29, 2025
This was the mission of Pope Francis, and we will proudly continue to live out this radical spirit of accompaniment which honors the sacredness of our neighbor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2025
For many Indigenous groups across Polynesia, whales hold an ancient sacredness and spirit that connects all life.
From New York Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
My parents had drilled into our brains the sacredness of God’s house.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
