desecrate• It is then that the atmosphere of peace becomes tinged with a sense of sadness at such a loss ... beautydesecrated.• Kelly's grave was also desecrated.• Most of the Egyptiantombs were desecrated and robbed.• The church had been desecrated by vandals.• Yet he hated to think of Wheeler, who represented everything bogus and hollow, desecrating his beloved church.• Other new signs posted to describe scenery have been desecrated or struck down.• Three skinheadsadmitteddesecrating over 100 graves.• Never mind that he desecrated their spirit.