sanctified
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsæŋk.tɪ.faɪd/
KK: /sæŋk.tɪ.faɪd/
adjective
Definition
Made holy or treated as sacred, often for religious purposes.
Example
The church was sanctified to serve as a place of worship.
Conversation
Have you ever been to a place that felt truly sanctified?
Yes, I visited a beautiful temple once, and it had such a peaceful vibe.
I think those kinds of places really help you reflect and relax.
Absolutely! It's amazing how a sanctified space can lift your spirits.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
holy
sacred
blessed
Antonyms
cursed
damned
profane
verb
Definition
To make something holy or sacred, often through a religious ceremony or blessing.
Example
The priest sanctified the new church during the ceremony.
Tense Forms
Past: sanctified
Past Participle: sanctified
Conversation
I heard that place has been sanctified for the ceremony.
Really? That's interesting! What does that mean exactly?
It means they made it sacred and special for the event.
Root Explanation
Sanctified → It is formed from "sanctus" (meaning holy) and "-fy" (meaning to make). The word "sanctified" means to make something holy or to set it apart for sacred use.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'holy' ('sanctus') — that's why sanctified means to make something holy.
Visually Confused Words
unsanctified
presanctified
satisfied
unsanctifiedly
stratified