Pronunciation

/səˈsaɪfaɪs/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The act of offering something, especially something valuable, to a deity, cause, or another person, often as a form of worship, devotion, or self-sacrifice. 2. An act of giving up or enduring something for a higher purpose or for the benefit of others. 3. (U.S.) A sacrificial offering, typically in a religious context. 4. A thing given up or suffered as a sacrifice.
• Verb: To make a sacrifice, give up, or offer something willingly for a greater good or purpose.

Phrases

• “Make a sacrifice” means to give up something willingly for a higher purpose.
• “Sacrifice oneself” refers to giving up one’s life or well-being for a cause.
• “It was a great sacrifice” acknowledges the significant effort or loss involved.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The soldiers made great sacrifices to defend their country.”
• Verb: “She had to sacrifice her weekend plans to help her sick friend.”
• In Context: “The family decided to make a financial sacrifice to send their child to a prestigious university.”

Synonyms

• Offering
• Devotion
• Sacrifice offering
• Dedication
• Self-sacrifice
• Immolation
• Abnegation
• Altruism
• Renunciation

Antonyms

• Gain
• Acquisition
• Self-indulgence
• Greed
• Preservation
• Retention