hallowed
Translation
hallowed, sacred, consecrated
Examples
This is hallowed ground for our people.
This is hallowed ground for our people.
They visited the hallowed halls of the university.
They visited the hallowed halls of the university.
Grammar Patterns
hallowed ((noun)) greatly respected and honored (noun) They walked on hallowed ground.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sacred, holy, consecrated, revered
Etymology
From Old English 'hālgian' meaning 'to make holy', related to the word 'holy'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'hallowed' with 'holy'. The similar sounds and shared root make it easy to remember its meaning of 'sacred'.