1. the act of treating something sacred with disrespect or irreverence

Examples

• The vandalism of the church was considered a profanation by the community.
• Many viewed the commercial use of the memorial as a profanation of its sacred purpose.
• The protesters accused the developers of profanation for building on the ancient burial ground.
• Religious leaders condemned the profanation of the holy texts.
• The artist’s controversial work was criticized as a profanation of traditional values.
• Local residents were outraged by the profanation of the historic cemetery.