saint

/sɛ̃/
1.
nounmasculineSing

saint (religious figure, often canonized)

very virtuous or extremely patient person (informal)

Jean est considéré comme un saint dans la région.

Jean is regarded as a saint in the region.

Synonyms:bienheureux, canonisé
2.
adjectivemasculineSing

holy, sacred

pious, saintly (of a person or behaviour)

C'est un lieu saint pour beaucoup de pèlerins.

It is a holy place for many pilgrims.

Synonyms:sacré, béni