Select the alternative that can be used as a one-word substitute for the highlighted group of words.
The crowd accused the speaker of speaking disrespectfully about sacred things online.
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Correct answer: D
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Correct Answer: Blasphemy
Explanation
• Blasphemy refers to the act of speaking disrespectfully, irreverently, or insultingly about God, religion, or sacred things.
• Example: He was arrested after being accused of committing blasphemy against the holy scripture.WordMeaningPolygamyThe practice of having more than one spouse at the same timeAutocracyA system of government by one person with absolute powerDemocracyA system of government by the whole population or eligible members of a state