votive
/ˈvoʊtɪv/
adjective
- Offered or dedicated in fulfillment of a vow or as an expression of devotion, often in a religious context.
- She left a small votive offering at the shrine to thank the gods.
- The church was filled with votive candles lit by visitors.
- The museum displayed ancient votive statues from Greek temples.
Synonyms
noun
- An object, such as a candle or small statue, offered as a votive gift.
- Archaeologists found a clay votive shaped like a human hand.
- He placed a votive on the altar before praying.
- The shop sold colorful votives for the festival.