hallow
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hallow, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To treat as sacred; to make or declare holy.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use hallow
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Mostly seen today in the fixed phrase "hallowed ground" or "hallowed halls."
Etymology
From Old English hālgian, "to make holy," related to hālga, "a holy one, a saint."
Full origin of hallow →Frequently asked questions
What does “hallow” mean?
The word “hallow” means to treat as sacred; to make or declare holy. In plain terms, to honor something as sacred or deeply respected.
How do you pronounce “hallow”?
“Hallow” is pronounced HA-loh (/ˈhæloʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hallow” in a sentence?
Here is “hallow” used in a sentence: “The old cemetery was hallowed ground to the villagers.”
What part of speech is “hallow”?
“Hallow” is a verb.
Where does the word “hallow” come from?
The word “hallow” comes from Old English. From Old English hālgian, "to make holy," related to hālga, "a holy one, a saint.".