Pronunciation: /sækˈrɪfɪʃəl/
noun a person or thing that is sacrificed
A1 The sacrificial offering was made to the gods.
A2 The villagers performed a sacrificial ritual to ensure a good harvest.
B1 The ancient tribe believed in the power of sacrificial ceremonies.
B2 The archaeologists unearthed evidence of a sacrificial altar in the ruins.
C1 The historian studied the significance of sacrificial practices in ancient cultures.
C2 The philosopher pondered the ethics of sacrificial traditions throughout history.
adjective relating to or involving sacrifice
A1 The villagers made a sacrificial offering to the gods.
A2 The ancient ritual involved a sacrificial lamb.
B1 The soldiers made a sacrificial march to protect their country.
B2 The team made a sacrificial decision to bench their star player for the greater good of the team.
C1 The sacrificial ceremony was a solemn and important event in the community.
C2 The sacrificial act of giving up her own dreams for her children's future was truly selfless.
formal The ancient ritual involved a sacrificial offering to appease the gods.
informal The villagers made a sacrificial gesture to thank their ancestors.
slang I can't believe you made such a sacrificial move in the game!
figurative She made a sacrificial decision to prioritize her family over her career.
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