blasphemy (verb)
The act of speaking sacrilegiously or showing contempt for God, religious beliefs, or anything considered sacred. In secular contexts, it refers to showing a lack of reverence for something highly respected or culturally esteemed.
"Adding ketchup to a gourmet steak is considered culinary blasphemy by many chefs."
Think of 'BLAST' and 'FAMOUS'. Blasphemy is like a 'BLAST' against something 'FAMOUS' or sacred. You are blasting its re...
He committed a heresy by shouting in the church. → He committed a blasphemy by shouting in the church.
The blasphemy of the temple was terrible. → The sacrilege (or desecration) of the temple was terrible.
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