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.

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WordMeaning
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bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
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connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
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abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function
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