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BLASPHEMOUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Characterized by profanity or cursing
Example:
profane words
Synonyms:
Classified under:
Similar:
dirty ((of behavior or especially language) characterized by obscenity or indecency)
Derivation:
blasphemy (blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred))
Sense 2
Meaning:
Grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred
Example:
it is sacrilegious to enter with shoes on
Synonyms:
blasphemous; profane; sacrilegious
Classified under:
Similar:
irreverent (showing lack of due respect or veneration)
Derivation:
blasphemy (blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character)
