DESANCTIFYING Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

desanctifying

verb

present participle of desanctify

as in violating

to remove the sacred qualities or status of desanctified the church building and converted it into condos

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violating

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Charlotte’s water utility has fielded about 18 complaints a day of people violating mandatory water restrictions in place since mid-May, when the region was facing an extreme drought crisis.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
Just before kickoff, the Tide confirmed that Kirkpatrick was suspended for violating team rules.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

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