Crossword clue
Killing the highest and holiest crossword clue
We have 3 answers for the clue “Killing the highest and holiest”, from 7–9 letters. The most likely answer is DEICIDE.
All answers for “Killing the highest and holiest”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 7-letter answers | ||
| DEICIDE Best match | 7 | The killing of a god |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| REGICIDE | 8 | The killing of a king |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| SACRILEGE | 9 | Violation of what is held sacred |
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What does “Killing the highest and holiest” mean?
A noun definition pointing to the killing of a god, or the destruction of what is most sacred. The standard word is deicide, built from the Latin for 'god' and the -cide ending meaning killing.
Solving tip
DEICIDE (7) is the answer to expect; the spelling begins DEI-, not DIE-. If the letters do not fit, the clue may be using a related -CIDE word or a looser sense such as SACRILEGE.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Killing the highest and holiest"?
The most likely answer is DEICIDE (7 letters) — The killing of a god. Other common answers are REGICIDE (8), SACRILEGE (9).
How many letters are in the answer to "Killing the highest and holiest"?
Answers to "Killing the highest and holiest" range from 7–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.