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to profess
01
신념을 고백하다, 공언하다
to openly declare a belief, opinion, or intention
Transitive: to profess a belief or opinion | to profess that
Example
The artist professed that her paintings were inspired by the beauty of nature and the emotions they evoke.
After initial denials, the company finally professed that safety protocols had been violated in the accident.
02
교수하다, 가르치다
to teach a particular academic topic in a formal educational setting
Transitive: to profess an academic subject
Example
Dr. Smith professes chemistry at the university.
As a distinguished professor of literature, she professes Shakespearean studies.
03
신앙을 고백하다, 신념을 밝히다
to declare or acknowledge one's adherence to a particular faith or belief system
Transitive: to profess a faith or belief system
Example
She professes Christianity, attending church services regularly and participating in community programs.
Despite growing up in a secular household, he now professes Islam.
04
허세를 부르다, 가짜로 주장하다
to falsely assert or pretend to have a quality, feeling, etc.
Transitive: to profess a quality or feeling | to profess to do sth
Example
Despite his lack of experience, he professed expertise in the field to impress potential employers.
She professed to be a staunch supporter of environmental causes, yet her actions suggested otherwise.
05
서원하다, 직분을 주다
to formally admit someone into a religious order or community
Transitive: to profess sb as a member of a religious order
Example
After completing her novitiate and discernment period, Sister Mary was professed as a nun in the convent.
Following months of preparation and spiritual guidance, the candidate was finally professed as a member of the Franciscan order
06
공언하다, 선언하다
to openly declare one's belief or opinion about something without reservations
Transitive: to profess one's belief or opinion
Example
During her speech, the advocate professed her strong support for political reforms.
As an environmental activist, she professes the importance of raising awareness about climate change.
