profanation
nounDivide profanation into syllables:
pro · fa · na · tion
How to pronounce profanation:
Definition of profanation:
- profanation (noun):
- the act or an instance of profaning
- degradation of something worthy of respect; cheapening.
- behaviour or language that shows disrespect for God or sacred things
Synonyms for profanation:
corruptionirreverencesinviolationpollutionprofanitycursingblasphemysacrilegedefilementShow 3 more
Antonyms for profanation:
venerationexaltationpietykindnessrespectworshipobediencehonorglorificationreligionShow 6 more
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