No. 5,489 in French
blasphemous
Expressing or showing disrespect or irreverence toward sacred things.
In a sentence
Il est blasphématoire de dire de telles choses dans une église.
It is blasphemous to say such things in a church.
Here, the word 'blasphemous' is used to describe speech or actions that disrespect something sacred, reflecting its conventional meaning.
Certains considèrent l'art moderne comme blasphématoire à l'égard des traditions.
Some consider modern art as blasphemous towards traditions.
In this sentence, 'blasphemous' is metaphorically describing actions or ideas that are seen as irreverent or challenging to established conventions or traditions.
Son attitude envers les anciennes coutumes était presque blasphématoire.
His attitude towards the old customs was almost blasphemous.
Here, 'blasphemous' is used figuratively to imply a strong disregard or disrespect for traditional values or practices.
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