1. showing disrespect or irreverence toward something considered sacred or holy

Examples

• The protesters considered the demolition of the old church sacrilegious.
• Many fans thought it was sacrilegious to remake the classic film.
• His sacrilegious comments about the religious ceremony offended many people.
• The artist’s sacrilegious painting sparked controversy in the community.
• She felt it would be sacrilegious to throw away her grandmother’s Bible.
• The comedian’s sacrilegious jokes about religion drew criticism from religious groups.