Blasphemy definition

Blasphemy

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WordNet

(1) Blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character

"Desecration of the Holy Sabbath"

(2) Blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred)

WiktionaryText

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Irreverence toward something considered sacred or inviolable.
The act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for any religion's deity or deities.
The act of claiming the attributes of a deity.

(irreverent language): cursing, cussing, execration, imprecation, profanity, swearing
(unholy act): profanation, desecration, sacrilege, violation