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sacrilegious

adjective

/ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒəs/

Meaning

Showing disrespect or irreverence toward something sacred.

The painting was criticized as being sacrilegious.

blasphemous, irreverent, profane, impious

pious, respectful, devout

sacrilegious act, sacrilegious statement, sacrilegious behavior

Extremely small or tiny; trivial or petty.

just and reasonable; treating people equally; light in color; attractive

Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.

relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive

the second of two people or things mentioned

having the appearance or characteristics of a tree; tree-like