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blasphemy

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Noun — Speech or actions that show contempt or disrespect for God or something held sacred.

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commit blasphemy accused of blasphemy

Etymology

From Greek blasphēmía ("profanity, slander") via Old French and Latin.

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What does “blasphemy” mean?

The word “blasphemy” means speech or actions that show contempt or disrespect for God or something held sacred. In plain terms, the act of speaking disrespectfully about God or a sacred belief.

How do you pronounce “blasphemy”?

“Blasphemy” is pronounced BLAS-fuh-mee (/ˈblæs.fə.mi/ in IPA).

How do you use “blasphemy” in a sentence?

Here is “blasphemy” used in a sentence: “In some countries, blasphemy is still punishable by law.”

What part of speech is “blasphemy”?

“Blasphemy” is a noun.

Where does the word “blasphemy” come from?

The word “blasphemy” comes from Latin. From Greek blasphēmía ("profanity, slander") via Old French and Latin.

Is “blasphemy” a common word?

“Blasphemy” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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