Definition

In a way that shows disrespect or irreverence towards something sacred or religious.

Example

He spoke blasphemously about the traditions of the church, shocking many in the congregation.

Conversation

Did you hear what he said during the meeting?

Yeah, it was pretty blasphemously disrespectful to the traditions.

I can't believe he would say something like that so openly.

Right? It just shows how little he understands about the culture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blasphemously → It is formed from "blasphemare" (meaning to speak evil of) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word describes the act of speaking evil or disrespectfully about something sacred in a manner that is offensive.

Memory Tip

Think of 'speaking evil' ('blasphemare') about something sacred, and remember that 'blasphemously' means doing so in an offensive manner.

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