Defiled: meaning, definitions and examples

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defiled

 

[ dɪˈfaɪld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general use

Defiled means to make something dirty or polluted, especially in a moral or spiritual sense. It can also refer to the act of desecrating or violating something sacred. This term is often used to describe a loss of purity or integrity, particularly in relation to places, objects, or concepts that are considered holy or cherished. The act of defiling can evoke feelings of disgust or horror, especially when it pertains to the violation of something that should be respected.

Synonyms

contaminated, desecrated, polluted, tainted

Examples of usage

  • The ancient temple was defiled by vandals.
  • His actions defiled the memory of her sacrifices.
  • The toxic waste defiled the river, harming local wildlife.

Translations

Translations of the word "defiled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 profanado

🇮🇳 अपशिष्ट

🇩🇪 entweiht

🇮🇩 dijadikan najis

🇺🇦 осквернений

🇵🇱 zhańbiony

🇯🇵 冒涜された

🇫🇷 profane

🇪🇸 profanado

🇹🇷 kirletilmiş

🇰🇷 신성모독된

🇸🇦 مدنّس

🇨🇿 zneuctěný

🇸🇰 zneuctený

🇨🇳 亵渎的

🇸🇮 oskrunjen

🇮🇸 vanhelgaður

🇰🇿 қорланған

🇬🇪 მოცემული

🇦🇿 təhqir olunmuş

🇲🇽 profanado

Word origin

The word 'defiled' originates from the Middle English term 'defilen', which in turn comes from the Old French 'defiler', meaning to make foul or dirty. The roots can be traced further back to the Latin word 'defilare', meaning to strip off or to leave behind. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, particularly relating to moral or spiritual corruption. In historical contexts, 'defiled' was often used to describe acts that violated sacred spaces or objects, reflecting societal values of purity and respect for the divine. The use of the term has remained consistent, retaining its connotation of impurity and desecration into modern language.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,879, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.