desecration
Translation
desecration
Examples
The desecration of the temple caused outrage.
The desecration of the temple caused outrage.
This is an act of desecration.
This is an act of desecration.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the desecration of (sth.) The desecration of the temple caused outrage.
((...)) an act of desecration This is an act of desecration.
Similar Words
Synonyms: profanation, violation, defilement; Antonyms: consecration, sanctification
Etymology
The noun form of the verb 'desecrate'. From 'de-' (opposite) + 'sacrare' (to make sacred) + '-ion' (noun suffix for an action).
Memory Tips
This is the noun for the act of 'desecrating'. If you know the verb, you know the noun.