Word Study: Root Word -sanct-

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What is a root word?

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A root word gives a word its primary meaning.

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What does the Latin root '-sanct-' mean?

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The Latin root '-sanct-' means 'sacred'.

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What is a sanctuary?

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A sanctuary is a place of refuge or safety.

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What does 'sanctity' refer to?

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Sanctity refers to the state of being holy or sacred.

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What does 'sacrosanct' mean?

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Sacrosanct means regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with.

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What is the meaning of 'sanctification'?

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Sanctification is the process of being made holy.

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What does 'sanction' mean in a legal context?

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Sanction refers to a penalty for disobeying a law or rule.

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What is the difference between 'sanctuary' and 'sanctum'?

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A sanctuary is a place of refuge, while a sanctum is a private place where one is free from intrusion.

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What does 'sanctimonious' mean?

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Sanctimonious means making a show of being morally superior to others.

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What is the meaning of 'unsanctioned'?

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Unsanctioned means not officially approved or authorized.