Choose the word that means the same as the given word.
Sacrilege
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Blasphemy.
Given word: Sacrilege
Meaning: The act of treating a holy place or sacred thing with disrespect or violation.
Example: It was considered sacrilege to vandalize the ancient temple.
Synonym: Blasphemy
Meaning: The act of speaking or acting disrespectfully about sacred things or religious beliefs.
Example: His statements were condemned as blasphemy by the church leaders.
Meaning of the other options:
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Modification: A change or alteration; unrelated to disrespecting something sacred.
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Consecration: The act of declaring something sacred or holy; opposite of sacrilege.
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Reverence: Deep respect for someone or something; again, opposite of sacrilege.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct