desecrated

Definitions

Treated a sacred place or object with violent disrespect.

Violated the sanctity of something held holy or revered.

Examples

The vandals desecrated the historic monument by spray-painting offensive graffiti across its base.

The ancient burial ground had been desecrated by treasure hunters seeking gold and artifacts.

The peaceful sanctuary was desecrated when the intruders broke in and destroyed the sacred altar.

Synonyms

profaned violated defiled polluted blasphemed despoiled dishonored

Antonyms

consecrated sanctified hallowed blessed venerated purified honored