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CONSECRATING

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Consecrating.

Consecrating - as an adjective

Solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose

Example: "A life consecrated to science"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consecrated16dedicated14

Consecrating - as a verb

Appoint to a clerical posts

Example: "He was ordained in the church"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ordain7order6ordinate9

Give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause

Example: "She committed herself to the work of god"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commit12dedicate12devote10give8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apply12employ13use3utilise7utilize16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Dedicate to a deity by a vow

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vow9

Render holy by means of religious rites

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bless7hallow12sanctify16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declare10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
desecrate12

Example Sentences

"The consecrating ritual was performed by the high priest."
"She felt a consecrating touch on her forehead."
"The painting depicted a consecrating ceremony in great detail."
"The consecrating power of the holy water was believed to cleanse sins."
"The consecrating oil was poured over the sacred object."
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Word Game Points

Is CONSECRATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, consecrating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONSECRATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is CONSECRATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, consecrating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONSECRATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is CONSECRATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, consecrating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONSECRATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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