# holiest

/ˈhoʊɫiɪst/ (US) · /hˈəʊliəst/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/holiest
Updated: 2026-05-30

## Definition

the most holy or sacred thing in a religion. It describes a place, object, or person that is considered to have the highest level of spiritual importance.

For teachers: the superlative form of 'holy', indicating the highest degree of sacredness or religious significance. Often used to describe specific sites, texts, or objects within a faith tradition.

## Examples

- The city is considered the holiest place for many people.
- Pilgrims travel from all over the world to visit the holiest sites in their respective religions.
- The temple was regarded as the holiest of all sanctuaries, where only the most senior priests were permitted to enter during the annual festival.

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