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Profane

Adjective / prəʊˈfeɪn / Another word for profane — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

showing disrespect towards something sacred or religious

Synonyms & similar words

outrage blue debase secular pervert blasphemous debauch desecrate violate demoralise vitiate corrupt unsanctified sacred deprave subvert demoralize sacrilegious misdirect unconsecrated irreverent sacrilegious blasphemous impious unholy godless heathen unreligious secular worldly unrestrained indecent obscene vulgar off-color lewd improper dirty filthy smutty

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Example sentences

  1. It is considered profane to use foul language in a church.
  2. Some people believe that tattoos are profane.
  3. He was afraid to enter the holy place because he didn't want to profane it.
  4. The comedian's jokes were often profane and offensive.
  5. The artist used profane language when talking about his critics.

Quotes

  • The profane, when it is not merely gross, is often very dull.
  • Profane time came into existence as soon as sacred time ceased to be.
  • It is profane to make a distinction between education and entertainment.

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