impiedade
1. lack of reverence or respect for religion; irreverence toward sacred things
The priest condemned the impiety displayed in the desecration of the temple.
O padre condenou a impiedade demonstrada na profanação do templo.
2. an act or instance of disrespect toward God or sacred beliefs
His impiety shocked the conservative community.
Sua impiedade chocou a comunidade conservadora.
3. ungodliness; wickedness or sinfulness
The moral decay was attributed to widespread impiety among the youth.
O declínio moral foi atribuído à impiedade generalizada entre os jovens.
In both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking cultures, 'impiety' is primarily used in formal, religious, or academic contexts. In Brazil, the term carries significant weight in Catholic discourse and religious communities. In the USA, it appears frequently in historical, philosophical, and theological discussions, particularly in debates about secularism and religious freedom. The word has become less common in everyday speech in both cultures, appearing more in literature, religious texts, and formal debate.
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