Holy
(adjective)
- Dedicated or consecrated to a religious deity or purpose.
- Held in great respect or reverence, especially because of association with a deity or divine power.
- Morally and ethically good; virtuous.
Origin:
Middle english holi, from old english hālig, from hāl "whole".
Examples:
- The holy city of Jerusalem.
- He treated the book with a sense of holy reverence.
- She lived a holy life, dedicated to helping others.