adj
sacrosanct
SAK-roh-sangkt
Sacrosanct (adj) means So important, sacred, or protected that it must not be questioned, changed, or interfered with. Example: “Editorial independence is considered sacrosanct at the newspaper.”
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So important, sacred, or protected that it must not be questioned, changed, or interfered with.
"Editorial independence is considered sacrosanct at the newspaper."
"For her, family dinner time was sacrosanct."
How to use sacrosanct
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUntouchable — too important or sacred to challenge or change.
Common pairings
considered sacrosanct
a sacrosanct principle
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Etymology
From Latin sacrosanctus, from sacer ("sacred") and sanctus ("holy, made sacred by oath").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sacrosanct” mean?
The word “sacrosanct” means so important, sacred, or protected that it must not be questioned, changed, or interfered with. In plain terms, untouchable — too important or sacred to challenge or change.
How do you pronounce “sacrosanct”?
“Sacrosanct” is pronounced SAK-roh-sangkt (/ˈsæk.ɹoʊˌsæŋkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “sacrosanct” in a sentence?
Here is “sacrosanct” used in a sentence: “Editorial independence is considered sacrosanct at the newspaper.”
What is another word for “sacrosanct”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sacrosanct” include inviolable and sacred.
What is the opposite of “sacrosanct”?
The opposite of “sacrosanct” — its antonyms — are unsacred and violable.
What part of speech is “sacrosanct”?
“Sacrosanct” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sacrosanct” come from?
The word “sacrosanct” comes from Latin. From Latin sacrosanctus, from sacer ("sacred") and sanctus ("holy, made sacred by oath").
