noun
- a person who speaks irreverently about God or sacred things
Usage: religious context
Examples
- The religious leader condemned him as a blasphemer for his remarks about the holy text.
- In medieval times, a blasphemer could face severe punishment.
- She was accused of being a blasphemer after questioning certain religious doctrines.
- The community shunned the blasphemer who had spoken against their faith.
- Many great thinkers were once considered blasphemers by the religious authorities of their time.
- The blasphemer’s words shocked the congregation during the service.