Synonyms for

Sacrificial

Verb / ˌsækrʌˈfɪʃʌl / Another word for sacrificial — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to or involving sacrifice

Synonyms & similar words

ritualistic offering propitiatory expiatory atonement penitential piacular vicarious self-sacrificing martyrlike death-defying redemptive purificatory purifying lustrative absolvent apologetic compensatory expiable

Example sentences

  1. The ancient Greeks made sacrificial offerings to the gods.
  2. The people of the village made a sacrificial offering to the river for a good harvest.
  3. The Aztecs performed human sacrificial rituals.
  4. The priest made a sacrificial offering at the altar.
  5. The team captain made a sacrificial play to win the game.

Quotes

  • The sacrificial lamb will be offered up for the sins of the world.
  • The sacrificial system was a foreshadowing of Christ's ultimate sacrifice.
  • No sacrifice is too great for love.

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