Sacred

/ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Regarded with reverence and respect; holy.

The ancient temple is considered a sacred site for pilgrims.

Dedicated to a religious purpose; not to be violated or profaned.

They held a sacred ceremony to honor their ancestors.

Entitled to respect and reverence; inviolable.

Many people believe that their personal privacy is a sacred right.

Middle English, from Latin 'sacrad-', 'sacra' meaning 'holy or sacred'.

sacred cow

Something that is immune from questioning or criticism.

sacred space

A physical area that is considered holy or spiritually important.

sacred trust

A relationship or obligation that is held in high regard and is meant to be respected.

sanctity

The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly.

sacrament

A religious ceremony or act regarded as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual divine grace.

sacrifice

The act of offering something valuable to a deity.

Something that cannot be touched or altered.

In this group, your privacy is sacred; we don't share personal info.

A topic that is off-limits for jokes or criticism.

When it comes to family, that's a sacred topic among us.