sanctum

[ˈsæŋktəm]

sanctum Definition

• 1. a sacred or holy place
• 2. a private place where someone can relax and feel safe

Using sanctum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sanctum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The inner sanctum of the temple was only accessible to the priests.

• Example

  His bedroom was his sanctum where he could unwind after a long day.

• Example

  The library was her sanctum, where she could read and study in peace.

sanctum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sanctum

• shrine
• temple
• altar
• retreat
• holy place

Phrases with sanctum

• sanctum sanctorum

  the most sacred place within a sacred building, such as a temple or church

  Example

  Only the high priest was allowed to enter the sanctum sanctorum of the temple.

• inner sanctum

  the most private and secret part of a place or organization

  Example

  Only a select few were allowed into the inner sanctum of the company's decision-making process.

• sanctum of the mind

  a private mental space where one can retreat from the outside world

  Example

  Meditation helps me find my sanctum of the mind, where I can find peace and clarity.

Origins of sanctum

from Latin 'sanctus', meaning 'holy'

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Summary: sanctum in Brief

The term 'sanctum' [ˈsæŋktəm] refers to a sacred or holy place, such as a temple or shrine, or a private place where someone can relax and feel safe. It extends into phrases like 'sanctum sanctorum,' denoting the most sacred place within a sacred building, and 'inner sanctum,' referring to the most private and secret part of a place or organization.