The act of treating a sacred place or thing with violent disrespect. The desecration of the ancient temple caused outrage among the local community.
The act of damaging or showing a lack of respect towards something considered holy or highly valued. The graffiti on the church walls was seen as a desecration by the parishioners.
The state or condition of having been desecrated; a desecrated state. The battlefield was left in a state of utter desecration.