Synonyms of altar

altar

noun

as in pulpit

a table or place which serves as a center of worship or ritual

There was a small altar at the front of the room with candles on it.

Related Words

• pulpit
• balcony
• platform
• podium
• bimah
• riser
• stand
• scaffold
• footpace
• dais
• stage
• rostrum
• tribune
• gallery

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of altar

Adding something fun to your at-home altar like an incense holder, a statue of Venus/Aphrodite, or evil eye decor to stay grounded within yourself and embrace your spiritual side this month. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026

From her son's income, she's changed the flooring from cement to gleaming white tiles, added plenty of new wardrobes, a television and a small altar in the corner of the living room. — Kamala Thiagarajan, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026

Now, with reports that Jackman and Foster might soon be heading to the altar, comes news that Jackman has purchased a new home, one that seems big enough to accommodate two and maybe even have a visitor or two. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 31 July 2026

In fact, there are a lot of pros to leaving the groom at the altar like an adult. — Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026