Synonyms for
Profane
Definition
showing disrespect towards something sacred or religious
Synonyms & similar words
demoralise
secular
sacred
blasphemous
corrupt
debauch
subvert
desecrate
vitiate
deprave
pervert
sacrilegious
misdirect
debase
unsanctified
demoralize
violate
unconsecrated
outrage
blue
irreverent
sacrilegious
blasphemous
impious
unholy
godless
heathen
unreligious
secular
worldly
unrestrained
indecent
obscene
vulgar
off-color
lewd
improper
dirty
filthy
smutty
Example sentences
- It is considered profane to use foul language in a church.
- Some people believe that tattoos are profane.
- He was afraid to enter the holy place because he didn't want to profane it.
- The comedian's jokes were often profane and offensive.
- 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.