Definitions

1. verb

to make or declare something sacred, hallowed, or worthy of reverence

“The government tried to sanctify the war by honoring the fallen soldiers.”

2. verb

to free from sin or guilt, typically through prayer or ritual

“She prayed to sanctify herself after making a mistake.”

3. verb

to give a sacred or spiritual character to something, such as a place or an event

“The mayor tried to sanctify the city’s historical landmarks by restoring them to their former glory.”

4. noun

the act of making or declaring something sacred, hallowed, or worthy of reverence

“The ceremony was a beautiful expression of sanctify.”

5. noun

a person or place considered to be sacred or holy

“The sanctify of the forest was a sacred place for the native tribe.”