sanctitude

/ˌsæŋ(k)təˈtud/
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Definitions of sanctitude
  1. noun
    the quality of being holy
    synonyms: holiness, sanctity
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    types:
    sacredness
    the quality of being sacred
    holy of holies
    (figurative) something regarded as sacred or inviolable
    type of:
    quality
    an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
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