profane
/prəˈfeɪn/
pro · fane
prə · ˈfeɪn
English Definition
adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular
Significado en Español
profano, secular
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
báng bổ, trần tục
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro- (in front of) + fane (temple) → desecrate, vulgar.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the context of behavior, the word “profane” most nearly means:
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A
sacred
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B
vulgar
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C
eloquent
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D
timid
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B — vulgar.
“profane” means adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular
Common questions about “profane”
What does “profane” mean?
profane — adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular. In Chinese: 亵渎的；世俗的.
How do you pronounce “profane”?
profane is pronounced /prəˈfeɪn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: pro · fane.
Is “profane” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. profane appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “profane”?
pro- (in front of) + fane (temple) → desecrate, vulgar.
