sainted
word · lemma: saint
Definition
Describes someone who has officially been made a saint, especially in Christianity, or is regarded as very holy or pure.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in religious or very respectful contexts; 'sainted' is somewhat formal and may sound old-fashioned. Sometimes used to affectionately describe deceased loved ones: 'my sainted mother.' Rarely used in everyday speech.
Spanish: santificado - veneradoPortuguese (BR): santificado - veneradoPortuguese (PT): santificado - veneradoChinese (Simplified): 被封圣的 - 神圣的Chinese (Traditional): 被封聖的 - 神聖的Hindi: पवित्र घोषित - संत कहा गयाArabic: مُقَدَّس - أعلن كقديس
Example Sentences
He often speaks fondly of his sainted grandmother.
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Many churches are named after sainted people.
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She spoke with great respect about the sainted hero.
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They visited the grave of the sainted monk.
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The old letters speak of their sainted leader as a symbol of hope.
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Even after all these years, locals remember the sainted doctor who cared for everyone.
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