GRE Word List
PROFANE
to treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
The meaning of the word profane is to treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| libretto | the text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| nib | bill |
| wean | to accustom (a young child or animal) to take food otherwise than by nursing |
| perspicacious | of acute mental vision or discernment : keen |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| itinerary | the route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one |
| crescendo | a gradual increase |
| meander | a winding path or course |
| grisly | inspiring horror or intense fear |