# blasphemous

/ˈbɫæsfəməs/ (US) · /blˈɑːsfəməs/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/blasphemous
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

using words or actions that show you have no respect for a god or a religion. It is a very strong word that describes something that is considered extremely rude or offensive.

For teachers: showing a lack of respect or reverence for a deity or religion. Often used to describe speech, writing, or actions that are considered sacrilegious or highly offensive within a specific religious context.

## Examples

- He was arrested for making blasphemous comments about the prophet.
- The court ruled that the film's blasphemous content was protected under the freedom of expression laws.
- Scholars debated whether the ancient text was a genuine religious manuscript or a blasphemous satire designed to mock the very beliefs it claimed to uphold.

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