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sanctity

noun sanc·ti·ty \ˈsaŋ(k)-tə-tē\

: the quality or state of being holy, very important, or valuable

plural sanc·ti·ties

Full Definition of SANCTITY

: holiness of life and character : godliness

a : the quality or state of being holy or sacred : inviolability

b plural : sacred objects, obligations, or rights

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Middle English saunctite, from Anglo-French sainteté, from Latin sanctitat-, sanctitas, from sanctus sacred

First Known Use: 14th century

Synonyms: blessedness, devoutness, godliness, piety, piousness, sainthood, saintliness, saintship, holiness

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