Desecration

C1 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of desecration

defilement
violation
profanation

Antonyms of desecration

respect
veneration
reverence

Collocations of desecration

grave sites
Frequency: 80 %

The desecration of the grave sites was a heinous act of disrespect towards the deceased.

religious symbols
Frequency: 75 %

The desecration of the religious symbols was seen as a direct attack on the faith.

sacred space
Frequency: 70 %

The desecration of the sacred space caused outrage among the community.

historical sites
Frequency: 65 %

The desecration of the historical sites was met with condemnation from historians.

cultural artifacts
Frequency: 60 %

The museum was devastated by the desecration of its cultural artifacts.

Idiomatic Expressions for desecration

  • Phrase: act of desecration
    Meaning: an action that shows disrespect or irreverence towards something sacred
    Usage: The graffiti on the war memorial was seen as an act of desecration.