desecrated

Definitions of desecrated
  1. adjective
    treated with contempt
    “many desecrated shrines and cemeteries”
    synonyms:
    deconsecrated
    divested of consecration
    profaned, violated
    treated irreverently or sacrilegiously
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    antonyms:
    consecrated
    solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high purpose
    ordained
    invested with ministerial or priestly functions
    votive
    dedicated in fulfillment of a vow
    holy
    belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power
    sacred
    concerned with religion or religious purposes
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