Sacrificial

usgb/ˌsækrɪˈfɪʃl/
adjective

Used for, or relating to, a sacrifice.

In the ceremony, they used a sacrificial lamb.
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Often appears as...

  • sacrificial lamb
  • sacrificial offering
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Religious Context

The word often appears in discussions about religious or traditional ceremonies.

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The tribe had a sacrificial altar.
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Metaphoric Use

'Sacrificial' can be used metaphorically to talk about giving something up.

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She made a sacrificial choice to care for her family.
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Serious Tone

Using 'sacrificial' can add a serious, somber tone to your sentence.

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The soldiers' sacrificial bravery will be honored.
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