Meaning
desecration, defilement
- The act of violating, treating disrespectfully, or desecrating something sacred
- The debasement or violation of something deeply respected or cherished
In a sentence
La profanazione dell'antico cimitero ha suscitato enorme indignazione cittadina.
The desecration of the ancient cemetery sparked huge public outrage.
Considerava qualsiasi modifica al testo originale come una vera profanazione.
He regarded any alteration to the original text as a real desecration.
Le autorità hanno subito aperto un'inchiesta sulla profanazione del monumento.
The authorities immediately launched an investigation into the desecration of the monument.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| profanazione | feminine · singular |
| profanazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Derives from the verb 'profanare' (to desecrate, to violate).
- Can refer literally to sacred places or metaphorically to monuments, memories, or ideals.