blasphemous

Definition

Showing a lack of respect for things considered sacred or holy, often used in a religious context.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'blasphemos', meaning 'evil-speaking' or 'slanderous', which eventually entered Middle English via Old French.

In the news

A viewer described the film as blasphemous because she found its portrayal of spiritual themes inherently offensive and morally revolting.

During The Exorcist’s 1973 release, some cinemas reportedly kept medical help nearby as audiences fainted, vomited, and fled the aisles — turning the movie itself into a public endurance test

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