sacrosanctity
nounUK /ˌsækrəʊˈsæŋktɪti/
US /ˌsækroʊˈsæŋktɪti/
The state of being so special and holy that no one is allowed to touch or change it.
The villagers believed in the sacrosanctity of the old temple and never let anyone damage it.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The quality of being treated as too important to be questioned or criticized.
The sacrosanctity of the club's rules meant no member dared to suggest changes.
3. A state of being protected by tradition or law from any violation.
The sacrosanctity of the treaty was respected by all neighboring countries.
4. The condition of being set apart as holy for religious use.
Priests guarded the sacrosanctity of the shrine with great care.