sacrilege
3 synonyms and 4 antonyms for sacrilege, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A disrespectful or destructive act against something considered sacred.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use sacrilege
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
commit sacrilege
utter sacrilege
Etymology
From Old French sacrilege, from Latin sacrilegium — originally referring to stealing sacred objects.
Full origin of sacrilege →Frequently asked questions
What does “sacrilege” mean?
The word “sacrilege” means a disrespectful or destructive act against something considered sacred. In plain terms, treating something sacred or deeply valued with disrespect.
How do you pronounce “sacrilege”?
“Sacrilege” is pronounced SAK-rih-lihj (/ˈsækɹəlɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sacrilege” in a sentence?
Here is “sacrilege” used in a sentence: “Painting graffiti on the ancient shrine was seen as an act of sacrilege.”
What is the opposite of “sacrilege”?
The opposite of “sacrilege” — its antonyms — are adoration, reverence, veneration and worship.
What part of speech is “sacrilege”?
“Sacrilege” is a noun.
Where does the word “sacrilege” come from?
The word “sacrilege” comes from Latin. From Old French sacrilege, from Latin sacrilegium — originally referring to stealing sacred objects.
