Meaning of the word sacrilegious in English

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sacrilegious

US /ˌsæk.rəˈlɪdʒ.əs/
UK /ˌsæk.rɪˈlɪdʒ.əs/

Adjective

involving or showing a lack of respect for something holy or sacred

Example:
It was considered a sacrilegious act to deface the ancient temple.
Some found his modern interpretation of the classic hymn to be sacrilegious.