blaspheme
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for blaspheme, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To speak about God or sacred things in a disrespectful or irreverent way.
Synonyms
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Less common
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Antonyms
How to use blaspheme
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
blaspheme against
blaspheme the name of
Etymology
From Greek blasphēmeîn via Old French and Latin — the same root gives English "blame."
Full origin of blaspheme →Frequently asked questions
What does “blaspheme” mean?
The word “blaspheme” means to speak about God or sacred things in a disrespectful or irreverent way. In plain terms, to speak disrespectfully about God or something considered sacred.
How do you pronounce “blaspheme”?
“Blaspheme” is pronounced blas-FEEM (/ˈblæs.fim/ in IPA).
How do you use “blaspheme” in a sentence?
Here is “blaspheme” used in a sentence: “Some believers consider it blasphemy to blaspheme the name of God.”
What part of speech is “blaspheme”?
“Blaspheme” is a verb.
Where does the word “blaspheme” come from?
The word “blaspheme” comes from Latin. From Greek blasphēmeîn via Old French and Latin — the same root gives English "blame.".
