Meaning & use
desecrate
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To treat a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect; to violate its sanctity.
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Vandals desecrated the ancient cemetery with graffiti.
The soldiers were ordered not to desecrate any religious sites during the campaign.
A note on using this word
"Desecrate" is the direct opposite of "consecrate," which means to formally dedicate something as sacred.
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