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SACRILEGIOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Sacrilegious.

Sacrilegious - as an adjective satellite

Grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred

Example: "Blasphemous rites of a witches' sabbath"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blasphemousprofane

Sacrilegious - as an adjective

Committing sacrilege; acting or speaking very disrespectfully toward what is held to be sacred.

Example Sentences

"The comedian made sacrilegious jokes about religion during his performance."
"Destroying religious artifacts is considered sacrilegious in many cultures."
"The author's book was criticized for its sacrilegious portrayal of a religious figure."
"She felt guilty for having sacrilegious thoughts during church."
"The vandal's act of spray painting offensive symbols on the church walls was sacrilegious."
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Word Game Points

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

SACRILEGIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SACRILEGIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sacrilegious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SACRILEGIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is SACRILEGIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sacrilegious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SACRILEGIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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