BLASPHEMY


Meaning of BLASPHEMY in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' blas-f ə -m ē

Function: noun

Inflected Form: plural -mies

Date: 13th century

1 a : the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God b : the act of claiming the attributes of deity

2 : irreverence toward something considered sacred or inviolable

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