From the given options, Choose the word that can substitute the given phrase:-
Violation or misuse of something regarded as sacred.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → sacrilege
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) deist | a person who believes that God created the world but does not interfere in it (the word names a person with a belief, not an act) | The philosopher was a deist who rejected miracles. |
| (2) sacrilege (answer) | violating or misusing something that is regarded as sacred | Damaging the temple idols was seen as an act of sacrilege. |
| (3) transgression | breaking a law, rule or moral code (it covers any wrongdoing and need not involve anything sacred) | He was punished for his transgression of the school rules. |
| (4) bigotry | unfair dislike of people of a different religion, race or opinion | The leader spoke out against religious bigotry. |