Definition

The act of making something sacred again or dedicating it anew, often in a religious context.

Example

The church held a ceremony for the reconsecration of the altar after renovations.

Conversation

Did you hear about the church's reconsecration ceremony last weekend?

Yeah, I read about it online; it sounded really special.

I wish I could have gone to witness the reconsecration myself.

Same here! It must have been a meaningful event for the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reconsecration → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "consecratio" (from Latin, meaning to make sacred). The word refers to the act of making something sacred again, often in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making sacred again' — 're-' means again, and 'consecratio' means to make sacred.

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