adjective
- dedicated to God or a religious purpose; sacred
- morally and spiritually excellent; devout
- deserving reverence or respect
noun
- a sacred place or thing
Usage: usually plural
Examples
- The holy book contains ancient wisdom.
- She lived a holy life devoted to helping others.
- The cathedral is considered holy ground.
- Many pilgrims visit the holy sites in Jerusalem.
- The priest blessed the holy water.
- He was known as a holy man in his community.
- The ancient temple housed many holies.