to use (a sacred thing or place) in an unworthy or wicked way

abuse, violate

to break (something) to pieces; make (something) useless; put an end to (hopes, a career etc)

demolish, devastate

to ruin (a place) completely

demolish, destroy

(to use) a heavy frame with metal teeth or discs for breaking up (ground) after ploughing

sack

a destructive effect; to damage (something) badly

destroy, ransack

to make (something) useless or unsatisfactory; to harm (a child's personality) by too much kindness or lack of discipline

ruin, hurt