Learn how to use the comparative “more sacred” and superlative “most sacred” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “sacred”?

The comparative form of “sacred” is “more sacred”.

Example

The temple is more sacred than any other place of worship.

Example

The holy book is more sacred than any other religious text.

What is the superlative form of “sacred”?

The superlative form of “sacred” is “most sacred”.

Example

The pilgrimage site is the most sacred place in the region.

Example

The sacred artifact is the most sacred object in the museum.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "sacred" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more sacred" and "most sacred" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of reverence or respect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Sacred" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more sacred”

more hallowed

Used to describe something that is more revered or respected.

Example

The ancient ruins are more hallowed than any other historical site.

more divine

Used to indicate that something is more connected to a higher power or deity.

Example

The sacred ceremony is more divine than any other religious ritual.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most sacred”

most hallowed

Used to describe something that is the most revered or respected.

Example

The ancient temple is the most hallowed site in the country.

most divine

Used to indicate that something is the most connected to a higher power or deity.

Example

The sacred scripture is the most divine text in the religion.

Using than with comparative “more sacred”

When using the comparative form "more sacred" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The temple is more sacred than any other place of worship." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of reverence in "the temple" is higher than the level of reverence in "any other place of worship."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more sacred” and “most sacred” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Places of Worship

  The cathedral is more sacred than the local church.

  The cathedral is more sacred than the local church.

• 2. Religious Texts

  The holy scripture is the most sacred book in the religion.

  The holy scripture is the most sacred book in the religion.

• 3. Rituals

  The sacred ceremony is more sacred than any other religious ritual.

  The sacred ceremony is more sacred than any other religious ritual.

• 4. Artifacts

  The ancient relic is the most sacred object in the museum.

  The ancient relic is the most sacred object in the museum.