Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desecration
noun
/ˌdɛsɪˈkreɪʃən/
Definition
The act of disrespecting or violating something sacred.
Examples
- The desecration of the ancient temple angered the local community.
- Authorities condemned the desecration of the grave sites in the cemetery.
- Some believe that vandalism is a form of desecration against public art.
Meaning
Desecration refers to the action of treating a sacred place or thing with disrespect or violence. It often involves the removal of its sanctity, rendering it profane or unholy.
Synonyms
- profanation
- violation
- blasphemy
- defilement
- impurity
