desecrate Meaning, pronunciation, usage in a sentence, synonyms, ...

/ˈdɛsɪˌkreɪt/

Main Example

They would never desecrate the church.

Grammatical Info:

Verb (v.)

To treat a sacred place or thing with disrespect.

Other Example

Vandals desecrated the memorial site.

It is wrong to desecrate ancient ruins.

They were accused of trying to desecrate the cemetery.

desecrate a shrine

desecrate a grave

desecrate a temple

violate

profane

dishonor

/ˈdɛsɪˌkreɪt/

Main Example

The vandals desecrated the memorial.

Grammatical Info:

Verb (v.)

To damage or destroy something that is considered holy or important.

Other Example

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