Synonyms for

Consecrated

Verb / ˈkɑ:nsʌˌkreɪtɪd / Another word for consecrated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Consecrated means to make something holy or sacred.

Synonyms & similar words

order ordinate bless dedicated commit sanctify desecrate vow hallow dedicate devote desecrated sacred give ordain consecrate sanctified blessed hallowed sanctified anointed divine sacred ordained holy pure devout revered devoted religious spiritual saintly godly pious worshipful sainted sacrosanct

Example sentences

  1. The bishop consecrated the new cathedral.
  2. The holy water consecrated the altar.
  3. The sacred ritual consecrated the ground.
  4. The monks consecrated the chapel with prayer and incense.
  5. The ancient temple was consecrated to the gods.

Quotes

  • 'The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.' - Psalm 24:1
  • 'Holiness consists simply in doing God's will, and being just what God wants us to be.' - St. Therese of Lisieux
  • 'The sacraments are like ladders that God gave to Himself by which He climbs down to us. The ritual of the sacraments is like the rope that pulls us up into His intimacy and Divine Life.' - Peter Kreeft

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