Sacrificing: meaning, definitions and examples

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sacrificing

 

[ หˆsรฆkrษชfaษชsษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

giving up something

Sacrificing refers to the act of giving up something valuable or important for the sake of something else that is considered to be of greater importance. This can often mean putting another person's needs or interests ahead of one's own desires. Sacrificing can occur in various contexts such as personal relationships, work, or religious practices. It reflects the values of selflessness and commitment, often leading to deeper connections and societal bonds.

Synonyms

abandoning, forgoing, offering, surrendering

Examples of usage

  • She is sacrificing her time to help others.
  • He sacrificed his career for his family.
  • They are sacrificing their pleasure for a greater cause.

Translations

Translations of the word "sacrificing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sacrifรญcio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฒเคฟเคฆเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Opferung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengorbanan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะตั€ั‚ะฒัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ofiara

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็Š ็‰ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sacrifice

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sacrificio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kurban verme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ์ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุถุญูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ obฤ›ลฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obetovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‰บ็‰ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพrtev

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรณrn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑั€ะฑะฐะฝะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ˜แƒ แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qurban

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sacrificio

Etymology

The word 'sacrifice' comes from the Latin root 'sacrificium', which combines 'sacer' (sacred) and 'facere' (to make or do). The historical usage of the term dates back to ancient rituals where animals or objects were offered to deities as a way to appease them or seek their favor. Over time, the modern usage of the word has expanded beyond religious contexts to encompass the broader notion of giving up something for the benefit of others or a higher purpose. The concept has evolved in different cultures, often highlighting the themes of altruism, honor, and devotion. In contemporary society, 'sacrificing' is often associated with parental dedication, charitable acts, and personal development, illustrating the enduring significance of the word in expressing commitment and selflessness.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,900, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.