consecration
noun
Simple meaning
A solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
kahnsuhkrayshuhnSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
kɑnsəkˈɹeɪʃən
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
The act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: The act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication.
Used this way, consecration is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It suits considered writing and prepared speech.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Formal and ceremonial
- Usage feel
- Formal and precise
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More ways to use consecration
- “His consecration to study.”noun
- “The Cardinal attended the consecration of the church.”noun
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