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profane

/prəˈfeɪn/
pro · fane prə · ˈfeɪn
English Definition
adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular
中文释义
亵渎的；世俗的
Significado en Español
profano, secular
한국어 뜻
신성 모독의, 세속적인
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
báng bổ, trần tục
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Example Sentence

The graffiti artist profaned the ancient monument.

涂鸦艺术家亵渎了古代纪念碑。

Synonyms
irreverent sacrilegious
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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:

  1. A sacred
  2. B vulgar
  3. C eloquent
  4. D timid
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B — vulgar. “profane” means adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

His ______ language deeply shocked the guests at the quiet dinner party.

  1. A sacred
  2. B profane
  3. C holy
  4. D respectful
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B — profane. “profane” means adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular

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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.

How do you use “profane” in a sentence?

The graffiti artist profaned the ancient monument. (涂鸦艺术家亵渎了古代纪念碑。)

What are synonyms for “profane”?

irreverent, sacrilegious — all close in meaning to profane (adj. irreverent; vulgar; secular).

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.

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