profess

[prəˈfɛs]

profess Definition

• 1. to claim or declare openly or candidly
• 2. to 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

• declare
• assert
• avow
• maintain
• state

Antonyms for profess

• deny
• disclaim
• repudiate

Phrases with profess

• profess one's innocence

  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.'