biblical

adjective

Definition of biblicalnext
as in scriptural
relating to, taken from, or found in the Bible a biblical passage The city was a center for trade in biblical times.

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Recent Examples of biblical Recalling the biblical knights that danced and fought in Cucinelli’s childhood dreams, the director projects crayon drawings on the rafters above the bed his fictional counterpart (Francesco Cannevale) shares with his cousins. — Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 25 July 2026 In practical terms, that means getting in a line of biblical proportions, often under a blazing sun, and hoping for the best. — Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 July 2026 The church leader in charge of translating and distributing biblical literature around the world made an impassioned call for funds, likening the texts to life-giving rain. — Literary Hub, 24 July 2026 The biblical drama, based on the life of Jesus, has primarily filmed at Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian since season 3. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for biblical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for biblical
  1. scriptural
  2. holy
  3. liturgical
  4. religious
  5. sacred
  6. ceremonial
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  • With so many in the world being uprooted and seeking security, the scriptural account of Ruth affords an example of how a more universal Love meets human needs.
    — Margaret Rogers, Christian Science Monitor, 29 July 2026
  • The gathering will feature live music, public prayer and scriptural readings and is framed by the ideology of White Christian nationalism, the false belief that America was founded as a Christian nation.
    — John Blake, CNN Money, 16 May 2026
Definition of scriptural
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  • The arson attacks highlight a surge in settler violence, mounting criticism of Netanyahu’s government and global calls — including from the Vatican — to protect holy sites and avert wider conflict.
    — Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
  • Southern Paiutes will still hold Grand Staircase as the holy land where the Creator placed them.
    — Kerri J. Malloy, The Conversation, 23 July 2026
Definition of holy
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  • The Cupichs attended a parish where mass was celebrated in Latin (the liturgical changes of the Second Vatican Council were yet to come) but the sermons were spoken in Croatian.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 July 2026
  • Alongside official ceremonies and liturgical events, Leo is expected to emphasize his concern for marginalized communities.
    — Tiago Ventura, Time, 6 June 2026
Definition of liturgical
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  • Beijing has appointed its own senior monks, maintained close surveillance and controls on religious expression, and faced allegations of cracking down on peaceful dissent and forcing the large-scale relocation of rural and nomadic Tibetans.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Singapore maintains strict rules on the public display of foreign flags and emblems without a permit, framing the laws as necessary to protect the country’s racial and religious harmony.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of religious
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  • But many Native Hawaiian cultural groups oppose this decision, viewing the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands as sacred.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Tribes are fighting back mine by mine, citing everything from threats to sacred land to water contamination.
    — Justin Worland, Time, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of sacred
Adjective
  • The late director’s son and daughter threw the ceremonial first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers game on Sunday against the Boston Red Sox.
    — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The prize this time was a ceremonial statue by sponsor Tiger Sheds.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of ceremonial

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“Biblical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biblical. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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