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Hallowed: Definition, Usage & Common Mistakes (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：deeply respected as holy (hallowed)

hallowed 🔊

/ˈhæloʊd/

adj.

A place or thing that is deeply respected and treated as holy, often because of its history or importance.

Hallowed meaning illustrated by a respectful hand touching a sacred war memorial stone.

deeply respected as holy 🔊

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/ˈdiːpli rɪˈspɛktɪd æz ˈhoʊli/

adj.

Describes a place or object that is regarded as sacred due to its historical significance or importance.

📁 Category：Buildings & Places 🔖 Level：intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Old English 'hālgian', meaning to make holy, related to 'holy'.

💡 Mnemonic

Think 'HALLOWED' as 'HOLY' with 'ALL' — all show deep respect.

📖 Example

Visitors speak in whispers inside the hallowed memorial hall, out of respect for the heroes remembered there. 🔊 This illustrates that the memorial hall is a sacred place where visitors show respect by speaking quietly.

🔗 Collocations

hallowed ground – A place considered sacred or deeply respected.

hallowed halls – Respected buildings, often referring to institutions like universities or courts.

hallowed site – A location regarded as holy or historically significant.

🔄 Synonyms

sacred (adj.) – Regarded with great respect and reverence, often in a religious context.

holy (adj.) – Dedicated to a religious purpose and deserving veneration.

revered (adj.) – Deeply respected and admired.

🚫 Antonyms

profane (adj.) – Not respectful of religious practice; secular or irreverent.

desecrated (adj.) – Treated with violent disrespect towards something sacred.

🌱 Derivatives

hallow (v.) – To make holy or consecrate.

hallowing (n.) – The act of making something holy.

📖 Cultural Story

Derived from Old English 'hālgian', meaning to consecrate. Often used in religious contexts, like in the Lord's Prayer 'hallowed be thy name', and for revered places or traditions.

Meaning 2：sacred tradition (hallowed)

hallowed 🔊

/ˈhæloʊd/

adj.

Used to describe a tradition or time that is considered holy, deeply respected, and should not be changed or treated lightly.

Hallowed tradition scene showing a sacred and joyful wedding ceremony moment.

sacred tradition 🔊

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/ˈseɪkrɪd trəˈdɪʃən/

adj.

Refers to a tradition or period that is held in high esteem and should not be altered or disregarded.

📁 Category：Culture & History 🔖 Level：intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

In their family, Sunday dinner is a hallowed tradition that everyone is expected to attend. 🔊 This shows that Sunday dinner is a deeply respected family tradition that must be attended.

🔗 Collocations

hallowed tradition – A custom that is deeply respected and preserved.

hallowed custom – A practice regarded as sacred or unchangeable.

hallowed time – A period considered holy or significant.

🔄 Synonyms

sacrosanct (adj.) – Regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with.

inviolable (adj.) – Never to be broken, infringed, or dishonored.

venerated (adj.) – Given great respect, especially due to age, wisdom, or character.

🚫 Antonyms

mundane (adj.) – Lacking interest or excitement; dull or ordinary.

secular (adj.) – Not connected with religious or spiritual matters.