Profane
volume
British pronunciation/pɹəfˈe‍ɪn/
American pronunciation/pɹoʊˈfeɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "profane"

profane
01

showing lack of respect for holy things or God, especially by using offensive or obscene language

02

not relating or devoted to religious purposes or spiritual matters

03

grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred

04

not holy because unconsecrated or impure or defiled

to profane
01

violate the sacred character of a place or language

02

corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality

profane

adj

profanely

adv

profanely

adv

profaneness

n

profaneness

n
example
Example
The book contained profane references and explicit content, leading to controversy and calls for its removal from libraries.
During the religious ceremony, an attendee loudly shouted profane remarks, disrupting the solemn atmosphere and disrespecting the sacred occasion.
The movie was criticized for its profane language and disrespectful portrayal of religious figures.
The speaker's disrespectful and profane remarks during the religious gathering incited outrage among the attendees, who felt their beliefs were being mocked.
Upholding the principles of a secular society, the government ensures the equal treatment of religious and profane matters in its policies and legislation.
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