V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
consecrate
verb
Definition: 1. to officially declare a place holy and dedicate it for religious ceremonies only; 2. to dedicate yourself (or another person) respectfully and unreservedly to a goal or service
Synonyms: anoint, hallow, sanctify, venerate, ordain, honor, commit, appropriate, dedicate, vow, consign
Antonyms: defile, deprecate, desecrate, revile, keep, withhold
Tips: Consecrate is derived from the Latin word consecrar, which means “to make sacred." The noun consecration denotes a dedication to a sacred purpose. However, both words can be used to refer to a dedication of commitment that is non-religious is nature.
Usage Examples:
My Mormon co-worker was to consecrate himself to his two year mission of service to the church. (dedicate, consign)
The consecration of the little house, which would become a church, was a great honor for the elderly couple. (dedication, appropriation) noun
He consecrated himself to his studies while in law school. (dedicated, committed)
Janine's consecration to her business is commendable, but she should take time off to relax once in a while. (commitment, dedication) noun
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