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blasphemy vs discourtesy

discourtesy vs blasphemy

blasphemy and discourtesy both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
blasphemy Yes No No No
discourtesy Yes No No No
As nouns, discourtesy is a hypernym of blasphemy; that is, discourtesy is a word with a broader meaning than blasphemy:
  • blasphemy: blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred)
  • discourtesy: an expression of lack of respect
Other hypernyms of blasphemy include disrespect, profanity.
blasphemy (noun) discourtesy (noun)
blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings of others
blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred) a manner that is rude and insulting
an expression of lack of respect
Difference between blasphemy and discourtesy

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