CEFR C1

impiety

noun

Meaning

Lack of proper respect or reverence for God or sacred things; ungodliness.

Examples

The book was condemned for its impiety and blasphemy.
His constant questioning of religious doctrine bordered on impiety.

Synonyms: irreverence, ungodliness, profanity, blasphemy

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impiety (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpaɪəti/

Definition

Lack of proper respect or reverence for God or sacred things; ungodliness.

Examples

The book was condemned for its impiety and blasphemy.
His constant questioning of religious doctrine bordered on impiety.
The festival was a display of joyous celebration, not impiety.

Synonyms of impiety

Words with a similar meaning to impiety:

irreverence
ungodliness
profanity
blasphemy

Antonyms of impiety

Words with the opposite meaning to impiety:

piety
godliness

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