Canonical and Holy

Canonical

Canonical adjective - Conforming to orthodox or recognized rules.

Holy and canonical are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Holy" instead an adjective "Canonical".

Nearby Words: canon, canonization, canonize

Holy

Holy adjective - Showing a devotion to God and to a life of virtue.

Canonical and holy are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Canonical" instead an adjective "Holy".

Nearby Word: holiness

Both words in one sentence

  • Literature / The Da Vinci Code Artistic License – Religion: Much is made of the Holy Grail legend's significance to Christianity, even though the Holy Grail isn't actually mentioned in any canonical Christian text.
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