ENSHRINE Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

enshrine

verb

in-ˈshrīn

as in to elevate

to assign a high status or value to some teachers tend to enshrine their personal preferences as sacred rules of English grammar

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Recent Examples of enshrine Of course, the free exchange of ideas is also essential for democracy, which is why our nation’s founders enshrined this principle in the First Amendment. —

Michael Fitts, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Those are the three unalienable rights enshrined in the Declaration of Independence. —

Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 Parker is the 11th player and 17th person with Tennessee ties to be enshrined. —

ABC News, 27 June 2026 But anxieties about growing diversity and rising indifference had convinced many Americans of the need to enshrine Christianity in the Constitution. —

David Mislin, The Conversation, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for enshrine

Recent Examples of Synonyms for enshrine

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Toxic metals, including lead and arsenic, were not elevated, according to air district data.

— Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
The black-eyed peas blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon makes for a smoky, zesty, and bright dish that elevates a standard hummus.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

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Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.

— Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 4 July 2026
The company threw a lavish caviar party at Cannes and in May hosted panels promoting its cinematic tool at Amazon’s AI on the Lot event in Culver City.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026