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profanation
noun
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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:

affront
blasphemy
contamination
corruption
cursing
debasement
defilement
desecration
impiety
insult
irreverence
pollution
profaneness
profanity
sacrilege
sin
swearing
violation

Antonyms for profanation:

adoration
apotheosis
consecration
deification
exaltation
extolment
glorification
godliness
honor
honour
kindness
obedience
piety
praise
religion
religiousness
respect
respectfulness
reverence
sanctification
veneration
worship

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