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DESECRATE

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Desecrate.

How to pronounce desecrate:

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Desecrate - as a verb

Violate the sacred character of a place or language

Example: "Desecrate a cemetery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outrageprofaneviolate

Remove the consecration from a person or an object

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deconsecrateunhallow
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
consecrate

Desecrate - as an adjective

Desecrated.

Example Sentences

"Vandals desecrated the cemetery by spray-painting graffiti on the tombstones."
"The protesters vowed not to desecrate any national monuments during their demonstration."
"The invading army desecrated the religious temples as an act of war."
"She felt a deep sense of sadness watching someone desecrate the sacred relics."
"It is considered a grave offense to desecrate the Quran in many Islamic countries."
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Word Game Points

Is DESECRATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desecrate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESECRATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DESECRATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desecrate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESECRATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DESECRATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desecrate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESECRATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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