Holy

/ˈhoʊli/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Dedicated or consecrated to God or a religious purpose; sacred.

The holy temple was a place of peace and reflection for many worshippers.

Highly valued and respected; deserving of reverence.

To her, the holy texts were the ultimate guide in life.

Practicing religion or having a strong moral or spiritual nature.

He was known for his holy lifestyle, devoted to helping those in need.

Immaculately pure or perfect.

She had a holy aura about her that inspired those around her.

Used as an exclamation expressing surprise or astonishment.

Holy cow, I can't believe we won the championship!

Old English 'halig', related to 'health' or 'whole'.

holy grail

Something highly sought after or valued.

holy smoke

An expression of surprise or astonishment.

holy rollers

A term for enthusiastic, often ecstatic religious worshippers.

sanctified

Made holy or sacrosanct.

blessed

Made holy by religious rite.

sacrosanct

Regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with.

An expression of surprise or disbelief.

Holy mackerel, I didn't see that coming!

Used to intensify an exclamation.

Holy smokes, this party is amazing!