No. 14,217 in Russian
освятили
"Освятили" means "sanctified" or "consecrated."
In a sentence
Они освятили новую церковь в нашем городе.
They consecrated the new church in our city.
The word 'освятили' here means 'consecrated,' referring to a religious ceremony to officially dedicate the church.
Мастер освятил комнату светлыми красками.
The artist illuminated the room with bright colors.
In this context, 'освятили' metaphorically means 'illuminated' or 'decorated,' showing enhancement in brightness or liveliness.
Эти моменты освятили нашу дружбу теплом и радостью.
These moments sanctified our friendship with warmth and joy.
Here, 'освятили' metaphorically means 'sanctified,' implying an emotional or moral enrichment of the friendship through these moments.
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