n. Function: noun
a violation or misuse of something normally held sacred FF1C; the profanation of a religious ritual FF1E;
Synonyms: blasphemy, desecration, sacrilege, violation
Related Words: contamination, defilement, pollution; corruption, debasement, perversion, vitiation; transgression, trespass
Contrasted Words: glorification, hallowing, sanctification
Antonyms: purification; consecration