Blasphemously: meaning, definitions and examples

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blasphemously

 

[ blæsˈfiməsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

religious offense

The adverb 'blasphemously' is used to describe actions or speech that show disrespect or irreverence towards something considered sacred or holy. It is often used in a religious context to indicate a serious breach of respect against divine entities or beliefs.

Synonyms

irreverently, profane, sacrilegiously

Examples of usage

  • He spoke blasphemously about the traditions of the church.
  • The book was criticized for its blasphemously irreverent portrayal of religious figures.
  • She laughed blasphemously in the quiet sanctuary.
  • They acted blasphemously during the ceremonial rites.

Translations

Translations of the word "blasphemously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 blasfemamente

🇮🇳 अपशब्दों से

🇩🇪 gotteslästerisch

🇮🇩 blasfemously

🇺🇦 богохульно

🇵🇱 bluźnierczo

🇯🇵 冒涜的に

🇫🇷 blasphématoirement

🇪🇸 blasfemamente

🇹🇷 küfredercesine

🇰🇷 신성모독적으로

🇸🇦 بلاسمية

🇨🇿 znesvěceně

🇸🇰 bľaznícky

🇨🇳 亵渎地

🇸🇮 blasfemično

🇮🇸 gufurlega

🇰🇿 богохулдықпен

🇬🇪 ბლასტემურად

🇦🇿 blasfemik

🇲🇽 blasfemamente

Word origin

The term 'blasphemously' derives from the Middle English term 'blasphemie', which comes from the Latin word 'blasphemia', and the Greek word 'blasphemia', meaning 'slander' or 'injury to divine majesty.' It originally indicated a verbal offense against the divine and has historically been associated with heretical statements or actions that defy accepted religious norms. The development of the word reflects societal values concerning the sanctity of religious beliefs. Over time, its usage expanded beyond strictly religious contexts to include any irreverent or disrespectful behavior towards value systems, authorities, or traditions considered sacred by certain groups. The modern application of 'blasphemously' allows for its use in various contexts where outrage or disdain is expressed against revered subjects.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,027, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.