desecration
Translation
desecration, profanation, defilement
Examples
The desecration of the cemetery was a shock.
The desecration of the cemetery was a shock.
Grammar Patterns
desecration of ((sth.)) the act of desecrating something The desecration of the cemetery was a shock.
Similar Words
Synonyms: profanation, defilement, violation; Antonyms: consecration, sanctification
Etymology
From the verb 'desecrate'. The '-tion' suffix makes it a noun, referring to the act of desecrating.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'desecrate'. It refers to the act itself.