How to Pronounce "desecration"
word
dɛsəˈkɹeɪʃən/, /dɛzəˈkɹeɪʃən
des-uh-KRAY-shun
dˌɛsɪkɹˈeɪʃən
des-i-KRAY-shun
Definition
Desecration is the act of treating a sacred place or object with disrespect or violence. It usually refers to damaging or dishonoring something that is considered holy.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɛsəˈkɹeɪʃən/, /dɛzəˈkɹeɪʃən
British English
dˌɛsɪkɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
des-uh-KRAY-shun
UK
des-i-KRAY-shun
Listen in Context
The desecration of the ancient temple shocked the community.
He was arrested for the desecration of a war memorial.
Many consider graffiti on gravestones an act of desecration.
There was public outrage over the desecration of the cemetery last night.