01 n. The state or quality of being holy; perfect moral integrity or purity; freedom from sin; sanctity; innocence.
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The state or quality of being holy; perfect moral integrity or purity; freedom from sin; sanctity; innocence.“Who is like thee, glorious in holiness!” — Ex. xv. 11.
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The state of being hallowed, or consecrated to God or to his worship; sacredness.“Israel was holiness unto the Lord.” — Jer.ii.3.
Phrases & compounds
His holiness —
a title of the pope; -- formerly given also to Greek bishops and Greek emperors.
Syn.
Piety; devotion; godliness; sanctity; sacredness; righteousness.