Main Entry: blas·phe·my

Pronunciation: \ˈblas-fə-mē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural blas·phe·mies

Date: 13th century

1 a : the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God b : the act of claiming the attributes of deity
2 : irreverence toward something considered sacred or inviolable