holiness
/ˈhoʊlinəs/
noun
- The quality or state of being holy, sacred, or spiritually pure.
- The ancient temple was filled with an atmosphere of holiness and peace.
- The pilgrims traveled to the shrine seeking a sense of holiness.
- Many religions teach that holiness comes from living a virtuous life.
- Used as a title for certain religious leaders, especially the Pope.
- His Holiness the Pope addressed the crowd from the balcony.
- The ambassador was granted an audience with His Holiness.
- Letters to the Vatican are often addressed to His Holiness.
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