sacrilegious

/ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒəs/
adjective
  1. Showing disrespect for something sacred.
    • Graffiti on the chapel wall was considered a sacrilegious act.
    • The comedian's sacrilegious jokes offended many religious viewers.
    • The movie was banned in some countries for its sacrilegious content.
  2. Showing disrespect for something highly valued or respected.
    • Some fans found the remake of the classic film sacrilegious.
    • It seems sacrilegious to use a vintage guitar as a decoration.
    • Pouring expensive wine down the drain felt sacrilegious to the sommelier.
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