profane

🇺🇸 /prəˈfeɪn/ 🇬🇧 /prəˈfeɪn/
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adjective
R

Showing no respect for something religious.

He upset many people with his profane remarks about the church.

R

Not related to religious practices.

The book included both sacred songs and profane ones.

verb
R

To disrespect something sacred.

The ancient temple was profaned by vandals.

translation

adj. Showing no respect for something religious.; Not related to religious practices.
v. To disrespect something sacred.

Word Forms

3rd Present profanes
Past profaned
Perfect profaned
Progressive profaning