hallowed
adjective /ˈhæl.əʊd/
/-oʊd/ Definition
› very respected and praised because of great importance or great age: hallowed icons such as Marilyn Monroe and James DeanAdmirable and admired › holy: Can atheists be buried in hallowed ground?Holiness
(Definition of hallowed adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- admirable adjective
- awe-inspiring adjective
- awesome adjective
- commendable adjective
- creditable adjective
- exemplary adjective
- favourable adjective
- glorious adjective (DESERVING ADMIRATION)
- helluva adjective, adverb
- impressive adjective
- laudable adjective
- noted adjective
- praiseworthy adjective
- recognized adjective
- renowned adjective
- respected adjective
- time-honoured adjective
- vaunted adjective
- venerable adjective
- worthy adjective (DESERVING RESPECT)
Topic:
Admirable and admired
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