Definitions

1. verb

to profane or treat something with disrespect, especially a place of worship

“The vandals desecrated the ancient temple by spray-painting graffiti on its walls.”

2. verb

to make something less sacred or less pure

“The pollution desecated the once-pristine lake, making it uninhabitable for wildlife.”

3. noun

an act of desecration

“The desecration of the war memorial sparked widespread outrage and protests.”

4. noun

the state of being desecrated

“The desecation of the forest ecosystem was a direct result of the devastating wildfire.”