Synonyms for Sacred
Definition of sacred
adjective
- concerned with religion or religious purposes; "sacred texts"; "sacred rites"; "sacred music"
- worthy of respect or dedication; "saw motherhood as woman's sacred calling"
- made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use; "a consecrated church"; "the sacred mosque"; "sacred elephants"; "sacred bread and wine"; "sanctified wine"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sacred"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like consecrated, dedicated, divine can replace "sacred" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "sacred" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Sacred" in song lyrics
See how sacred is used in real songs:
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"Alludin the basic fundamentals, that a family holds sacred"
Akir — Ride 2 It -
"Not to the top, but to a spot that's sacred"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — That! -
"Somebody's out to sabotage what you hold sacred"
Blueprint — Liberated