Blasphemous (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred; "blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath"; "profane utterances against the Church"; "it is sacrilegious to enter with shoes on".
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Examples
- The artist's depiction of a sacred figure in a compromising position was deemed blasphemous by many in the community.
- The comedian's jokes about the holy book were considered blasphemous by some and sparked a heated debate about free speech.
- The ancient ritual was seen as blasphemous by the conquering army, who sought to eradicate the native culture.
- The writer's novel was criticized for its blasphemous portrayal of a revered historical figure.
- The punk rock band's lyrics were considered blasphemous by some, but others saw them as a necessary critique of societal norms.
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Meaning 2
Characterized by profanity or cursing; "foul-mouthed and blasphemous"; "blue language"; "profane words".
Classification
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