Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sanctify
verb
/ˈsæŋk.tɪ.faɪ/
Definition
To make something holy or sacred; to set apart for a special purpose.
Examples
- They wanted to sanctify their marriage with a religious ceremony.
- The priest will sanctify the water before the baptism.
- Many cultures sanctify certain places as sacred grounds.
Meaning
Sanctify means to declare something sacred or to make it holy, often through a religious or ceremonial act.
Synonyms
- Consecrate
- Bless
- Holify
- Purify
- Dedicate
