sacrilegious

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Adjective sacrilegious has 1 sense

blasphemous, profane, sacrilegious - grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred; "blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath"; "profane utterances against the Church"; "it is sacrilegious to enter with shoes on"
Antonym: reverent (indirect, via irreverent)

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Sacrilegious

Definition:

Adjective - Showing disrespect or irreverence towards something considered sacred or holy.

Sense 1:

Popular - Contrary to the religious beliefs, customs, or practices of a particular group or community.

Sample Sentence: The act of throwing a party inside a church is considered sacrilegious by many religious individuals.

Sense 2:

Local - Specific to a particular region's religious beliefs or practices.

Sample Sentence: The destruction of ancient temples is viewed as sacrilegious in this community.

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