Synonyms of sanctity

sanctity

noun

ˈsaŋ(k)-tə-tē 

as in holiness

the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous

the sanctity of the elderly nun shone through in her every word and gesture

Synonyms & Similar Words

• holiness
• spirituality
• morality
• devotion
• devoutness
• saintliness
• prayerfulness
• godliness
• sainthood
• blessedness
• piety
• virtue
• goodness
• piousness
• religiousness
• saintship
• sacredness
• asceticism
• consecration
• righteousness
• virtuousness
• uprightness
• rectitude
• priestliness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• impiety
• unholiness
• godlessness
• irreverence
• ungodliness
• wickedness
• sinfulness
• depravity
• vileness
• hypocrisy
• evilness
• heinousness
• monstrosity
• sanctimony
• sanctimoniousness
• sacrilegiousness
• blasphemousness
• depravedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sanctity

The sanctity of life, fiscal responsibility, and the promise of true health care solutions demand nothing less. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025

Thandi added that in addition to mounting concerns among worshippers, the looming potential of ICE raids invites the possibility that the sanctity of their space will not be respected. —Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 15 Feb. 2025

Neither is the United States a co-belligerent with Ukraine to protect the sanctity of international borders. —Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 13 Feb. 2025

The Center for American Liberty stands firmly with President Trump’s commitment to preserving the sanctity of women’s sports and will continue to advocate for policies that protect the rights of female athletes. —Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025