Immolation (Noun)
Meaning
Killing or offering as a sacrifice.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The ancient cult was accused of practicing human immolation as a form of dark worship.
- In some cultures, immolation was seen as a noble way for a warrior to die, rather than surrender to their enemies.
- The practice of immolation was banned by the government after several cases of forced sacrifice were reported.
- The priestess was accused of ordering the immolation of the young girl as a sacrifice to the gods.
- The immolation of the king's enemies was a brutal display of his power and authority.