profess

[prəˈfɛs]

profess Definition

  • 1to claim or declare openly or candidly
  • 2to declare oneself skilled or expert in

Using profess: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "profess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He professes his love for her every day.

  • Example

    She professes to be an expert in the field of medicine.

  • Example

    I cannot profess to know much about the subject.

  • Example

    The politician professes to support the working class.

profess Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for profess

Antonyms for profess

Phrases with profess

  • to declare that one is not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

    Example

    The suspect professed his innocence throughout the trial.

  • profess one's faith

    to declare one's religious beliefs

    Example

    She professed her faith in front of the congregation.

  • profess one's love

    to openly declare one's love for someone

    Example

    He finally mustered up the courage to profess his love to her.

Origins of profess

from Old French 'professer', from Latin 'profiteri', meaning 'declare openly'

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Summary: profess in Brief

The verb 'profess' [prəˈfɛs] means to openly claim or declare something, such as one's love, innocence, or expertise. It can also be used to describe a politician's public statements or a person's religious beliefs. Synonyms include 'declare,' 'assert,' and 'state.'

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