How to Pronounce Desecrated

To pronounce "desecrated", say DES-ecr-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

DES-ecr-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “desecrated”

"desecrated" has 4 syllables: des-ecr-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does desecrated mean?

verb

  1. To profane or violate the sacredness or sanctity of something.
  2. To remove the consecration from someone or something; to deconsecrate.

Synonyms

pervertdefileunhallowdeconsecratedesanctify

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Words that rhyme with desecrated

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elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

deconsecratedprofanedviolateddisturbeddesecrationdefileddespoileddefiling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "desecrated"?▾

"Desecrated" has 4 syllables: des · ecr · at · ed.

What does "desecrated" mean?▾

Desecrated: To profane or violate the sacredness or sanctity of something.

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