consecrate
Definitions
To make or declare something sacred; to dedicate formally to a religious or divine purpose.
To ordain someone to a sacred office, typically that of a bishop.
To devote or dedicate something exclusively to a particular purpose or cause.
Examples
The community gathered to consecrate the new chapel, marking it as a sacred space for worship.
He decided to consecrate his life to the service of the poor and marginalized.
Synonyms
Antonyms
desecrate profane violate debase pollute secularize dishonor