| A | B |
| santimonious | falsely pious or self-righteous |
| sacrosanct | profoundly sacred |
| sanctuary | place of refuge;sacred place |
| sacrilegious | grossly irreverent; disrespectful |
| revere | regard with honor and devotion |
| pious | showing religious reverence |
| deference | respect for the wishes of others |
| sacrament | formal religious act |
| venerable | worthy of respect |
| venerate | to regard with reverence or respect |
| consecrate | to declare to be holy |
| talisman | objectwith magical powers |
| lionize | treat as a celebrity |