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desecrate

🇬🇧 UK/'desikreit/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

v.

To treat a sacred place or object with disrespect or irreverence; to violate its sanctity.

亵渎,玷污(神圣的场所或物品)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
dedown, away, reversal
+
secrsacred, holy, consecrate, curse
+
ateto make, having
=desecrate

Common Collocations

  • 1.desecrate sacred亵渎神圣
  • 2.desecrate temple玷污寺庙
  • 3.desecrate grave玷污坟墓

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Desecrating the sacred tomb sparked outrage among local religious communities.

  • 2.

    The invaders desecrated temples and religious artifacts without regard for local traditions.

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