Synonyms for Sacrilegious & Similar Words

Definition of sacrilegious

adjective
  1. grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred; "blasphemous rites of a witches' Sabbath"; "profane utterances against the Church"; "it is sacrilegious to enter with shoes on"

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Writing tips for "sacrilegious"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like blasphemous, irreverent, profane can replace "sacrilegious" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Sacrilegious" in song lyrics

See how sacrilegious is used in real songs:

  • "High as the religion be in love was sort of sacrilegious"
    Yak Ballz — Ready to Roll

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