sacrilegiousness
/ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒiəsnəs/
NOUN
1. Disrespect or irreverence toward sacred things
The quality or state of showing disrespect, contempt, or irreverence toward something regarded as sacred or holy.
1.1. Blasphemy and irreverence
The quality of expressing contempt or disrespect toward religious beliefs, sacred objects, worship, or religious traditions.
Synonyms
- blasphemousness
- impiety
- irreverence
- godlessness
- ungodliness
- unholiness
Antonyms
- piety
- devoutness
- godliness
- holiness
- sanctity
- religiousness
Examples
- The community was shocked by the sheer sacrilegiousness of the act committed within their sacred space.
- In the quiet town, rumors spread about the alleged sacrilegiousness of the recent break-in at the historic church.
- The elders condemned the act of burning sacred symbols as the epitome of sacrilegiousness.
- The artist's controversial exhibition was criticized for its perceived sacrilegiousness in challenging traditional religious imagery.
Related Words
- blasphemy
- profanity
- desecration
- profanation
- sinfulness
- wickedness
1.2. Profane or sinful character
The quality of being morally or spiritually corrupt, wicked, or contrary to religious principles.
Synonyms
- sinfulness
- depravity
- depravedness
- wickedness
- vileness
Antonyms
- morality
- blessedness
- saintliness
- sainthood
- spirituality
Examples
- The historian lamented the sacrilegiousness of those who neglected the preservation of ancient religious texts.
Related Words
- evilness
- heinousness
- monstrosity
- ungodliness
- impiety