SACREDNESS Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

sacredness

noun

Definition of sacredness

as in consecration

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Recent Examples of sacredness For these tribal nations the sacredness of the land does not change. — Kerri J. Malloy, The Conversation, 23 July 2026 There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 The building’s lone motion came from a Secret Service member manning the roof, standing as a reminder of the sacredness of the real estate against the backdrop of the pageantry. — Mark Puleo, New York Times, 11 June 2026 His remarks about the medical benefits of ibogaine quickly morph into pronouncements of the sacredness of humankind. — Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026 The experience has given her a different perspective on the sacredness of time and the importance of honing in on a purpose and surrounding yourself with community. — Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 8 Apr. 2026 Differing interpretations of dark matter’s meaning Some scientists, such as astrobiologist Adam Frank, warn that seeking sacredness in topics like dark matter might end in disappointment because science constantly evolves. — Deepa Bharath, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026 Some scientists, such as astrobiologist Adam Frank, warn that seeking sacredness in topics like dark matter might end in disappointment because science constantly evolves. — ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026 Each elevated the other’s sacredness, celebrating its twists and turns and its unusual topography. — Literary Hub, 23 Mar. 2026

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Noun

These appointments distinguished the Kenyan church from many other GAFCON provinces where the consecration of women bishops remains controversial.

— Stephanie TriplettAll, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
Which is not to say that the Lido selection lacks luster or awards consecration potential.

— Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 23 July 2026

Definition of consecration

Noun

The good news is that while the promotions might end, the restaurants will still be there, serving up lots of goodness.

— Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 9 Aug. 2026
That stood in drastic contrast to the start-to-finish musical goodness of Day 1, where the highlights — from Wet Leg and Geese to Clipse and headliner Charli xcx — were more evenly spread out.

— Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026

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