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verb

profanate

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Profanate (verb) means to treat something sacred with disrespect.

verb

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To treat something sacred with disrespect.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Antonyms

consecrate

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Rhymes for profanate

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of profanate?

"profanate" (verb) means to treat something sacred with disrespect.

What is the opposite of profanate?

The opposite of "profanate" is consecrate.

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