holy
Adjective · English
Meaning 1
dedicated or consecrated to God or a religious purpose; sacred
(sacred or consecrated)
Example
The monks gathered in the holy temple to perform their morning prayers.
Meaning 2
spiritually pure or virtuous in character
(morally pure or virtuous)
Example
She lived a holy life, dedicating all her time to helping the needy.
Synonyms
sacred, blessed, hallowed, sanctified, divine
Grammar
- comparative
- holier
- superlative
- holiest