desecrated
|des-e-crat-ed|
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/ˈdɛsɪˌkreɪtɪd/
(desecrate)
disrespect sacred
Etymology
Etymology Information
'desecrate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'desecratus,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'sacrare' meant 'to make sacred.'
Historical Evolution
'desecratus' transformed into the French word 'desecrer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'desecrate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make something unholy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to treat a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'desecrate'.
The ancient temple was desecrated by vandals.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45