Synonyms for

Professing

Verb / prʌˈfesɪŋ / Another word for professing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To declare or claim openly or publicly.

Synonyms & similar words

confess profess profession pretend concede declare announce state assert avow maintain pronounce vow attest aver allege avouch claim swear proclaim admit confess own acknowledge reveal

Example sentences

  1. He was professing his innocence to the judges.
  2. She is professing her love for him.
  3. The politician is professing his commitment to change.
  4. The athlete is professing his dedication to training.
  5. The teacher is professing her passion for teaching.

Quotes

  • Professing is often a way of denying.
  • Professing to love God as unseen, and yet exercising sight in all other things, is a contradiction.
  • Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools.

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