Sacreligious: meaning, definitions and examples

Use to describe language, behavior, or actions that show disrespect towards religious or sacred things, often including offensive or vulgar elements.

• Her profane language in the church was shocking to everyone.
• The movie was criticized for its profane scenes.

Use when referring to a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously, not limited to religious contexts.

• His irreverent jokes about the president were considered inappropriate.
• The comedian is known for his irreverent sense of humor.

Use to describe someone or something as lacking in reverence or proper respect for religious practices and beliefs, often implying a moral judgement.

• The impious behavior of the townspeople troubled the priest.
• Her impious remarks about the church caused an uproar.

Note: This may be a typographical error. The correct word is 'sacrilegious,' which is already included.

This word is best for describing language or actions that insult or show contempt towards God or sacred things. It often has a severe negative connotation.

• The actor's blasphemous comments caused outrage among religious groups
• Creating art that ridicules religious symbols can be seen as blasphemous

Appropriate for a broader range of contexts where someone is showing a lack of respect, not necessarily limited to religious or sacred matters.

• Talking over someone while they are speaking is very disrespectful
• The student's disrespectful attitude towards the teacher was noted by the principal

This word applies to actions or attitudes that show a lack of religion or religious practice, without necessarily carrying an offensive or disrespectful tone.

• He grew up in an irreligious household where they didn't observe any religious holidays
• Her irreligious views were surprising considering her family's devout background