sanctity
/ˈsæŋktəti/
noun
- The quality of being holy, sacred, or worthy of respect.
- They spoke of the sanctity of marriage in their vows.
- The sanctity of human life is a core belief in many cultures.
- The sanctity of the church was preserved for centuries.
- The state of being considered extremely important and not to be violated or interfered with.
- Journalists often argue for the sanctity of a free press.
- The sanctity of the agreement was respected by both sides.
- The sanctity of the home must be protected by law.
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