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hallowed Antonyms
Opposite of hallowed
Because the opposite of hallowed shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Made holy; consecrated or set apart for religious use.
Usage Example
"The ancient cathedral stands on profane ground that has been a site of pilgrimage for centuries."
Strongest
profane
unholy
desecrated
unsanctified
Strong
secular
• adjective (Context 2)
Greatly revered, honored, or respected, especially by virtue of age, tradition, or historical significance.
Usage Example
"New students walked quietly through the disreputable halls of the centuries-old university."
Strong
disreputable
despised
ordinary
Similar words to hallowed
Words similar to hallowed shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
sacred
consecrated
sanctified
revered
holy
venerated
blessed
honored
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hallowed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hallowed