PROFANE
Scrabble letter values: P3R1O1F4A1N1E1 = 12
Definition
- verb corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality. — synonyms: corrupt, pervert, subvert, demoralize, demoralise, debauch, debase, vitiate
- verb violate the sacred character of a place or language. — synonyms: desecrate, outrage, violate
- adjective characterized by profanity or cursing. — synonyms: blasphemous, blue
- adjective not concerned with or devoted to religion. — synonyms: secular
- adjective not holy because unconsecrated or impure or defiled. — synonyms: unconsecrated, unsanctified
- adjective grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred. — synonyms: blasphemous, sacrilegious
Examples
- “debauch the young people with wine and women”
- “Socrates was accused of corrupting young men”
- “Do school counselors subvert young children?”