scripture

/ˈskɹɪptʃə/ /ˈskɹɪptʃɚ/

Meanings

noun

A sacred writing or holy book.

Examples :

"The primary scripture in Zoroastrianism is the Avesta."

noun

(by extension) An authoritative statement.

Examples :

""My boss treats the company's employee handbook as scripture; she expects us to follow every rule precisely." "

statement religion theology doctrine literature

Related Words

primary noun

/ˈpɹɒeməɹi/ /ˈpɹaɪməɹi/

A primary election; a preliminary election to select a political candidate of a political party.

"The primary for the school board was held next Tuesday. "

treats noun

/triːts/

An entertainment, outing, food, drink, or other indulgence provided by someone for the enjoyment of others.

"Here are some healthy Halloween treats for ghouls and witches of all ages."

writing noun

/ˈɹaɪtɪŋ/

Graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.

"My son's writing homework included practicing cursive letters. "

handbook noun

/ˈhændbʊk/

A topically organized book of reference on a certain field of knowledge, regardless of size.

"The new student received a handbook explaining school policies and procedures. "

sacred adjective

/ˈseɪkɹɪd/ /ˈseɪkəd/

Characterized by solemn religious ceremony or religious use, especially, in a positive sense; consecrated, made holy.

"a sacred day"

precisely adverb

/pɹɪˈsaɪsli/

(manner) In a precise manner; exactly.

"I always try to express myself precisely."

employee noun

/(ˌ)ɪm-/

An individual who provides labor to a company or another person.

"One way to encourage your employees to work harder is by giving them incentives."

extension noun

/ɪkˈstɛnʃən/

The act of extending; a stretching out; enlargement in length or breadth; an increase

"The library offered an extension on the due date for the overdue books. "

company noun

/ˈkʌmp(ə)ni/ /ˈkʌmpəni/

A team; a group of people who work together professionally.

"The school's student council is a company of dedicated students who organize events. "

expects verb

/ɪkˈspɛkts/ /ɛkˈspɛkts/

To predict or believe that something will happen

"He never expected to be discovered."

authoritative adjective

/ɔːˈθɒɹɪtətɪv/ /ɔˈθɑɹɪtətɪv/

Arising or originating from a figure of authority

"The authoritative rules in this school come not from the headmaster but from the aged matron."

statement noun

/ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/ /ˈsteɪtmənt/

A declaration or remark.

"My teacher made a statement about the importance of studying hard. "