Consecrated
ˈkɒnsɪkreɪtɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsDeclared sacred and devoted to a religious purpose; especially the dedication of a church or religious building.
ˈkɒnsɪkreɪtɪd
Having been made or declared sacred; dedicated to a religious purpose.
The consecrated bread and wine are central to the sacrament.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're making a special cake for your friend's birthday. To consecrate something is like making that cake extra special by adding a secret ingredient or decorating it beautifully, making it holy in a way and setting it aside for an important event!
👶 For kids: Made special and holy, like when a church is made ready for God.
More Examples
The building was consecrated as a temple to the goddess.
The relics were kept in a consecrated space.
How It's Used
"The consecrated ground of the church was considered holy."
"The newly appointed bishop consecrated the cathedral."
Made or declared sacred; devoted or dedicated to a special purpose.
ˈkɒnsɪkreɪtɪd
Formally dedicated to a sacred purpose.
The consecrated chapel was a place of quiet reflection.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have a special place in your house, like a reading nook, where you always go to read. That's your consecrated space for reading, a special place that's just for books!
👶 For kids: Made special and holy.
More Examples
The consecrated relics were carefully preserved.
She felt a sense of peace within the consecrated walls of the sanctuary.
How It's Used
"The consecrated ground was reserved for burial."
"The artist's studio was his consecrated space for creativity."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
consecrated life
A life dedicated to religious vows and commitment.
"Monks and nuns often live a consecrated life."
From Latin *consecratus*, past participle of *consecrare* 'to dedicate, consecrate', from *con-* (intensive prefix) + *sacrare* 'to make sacred'.
The word 'consecrated' has been used in religious contexts for centuries, often related to ceremonies and the dedication of places of worship.
Memory tip
Think of the word 'sacred.' Consecrated things are made sacred, set apart for a special purpose, often religious.
Word Origin
"to dedicate, to make holy"