Profaner: meaning, definitions and examples

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profaner

 

[ prəˈfeɪnər ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

someone who uses offensive language or behavior

A profaner is someone who consistently uses swear words or engages in disrespectful behavior towards others.

Synonyms

blasphemer, curser, swearer

Examples of usage

  • He was known as a profaner for his constant use of vulgar language.
  • The profaner was asked to leave the restaurant due to his disruptive behavior.
Context #2 | Verb

to treat something sacred with disrespect

To profane is to show disrespect towards something that is considered holy or sacred.

Synonyms

defile, desecrate, violate

Examples of usage

  • The vandals profaned the church by spray painting graffiti on its walls.
  • It is important not to profane the memory of those who have passed away.

Translations

Translations of the word "profaner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 profanador

🇮🇳 अपवित्र करने वाला

🇩🇪 Gotteslästerer

🇮🇩 penista

🇺🇦 профанатор

🇵🇱 profanator

🇯🇵 冒涜者 (ぼうとくしゃ)

🇫🇷 profanateur

🇪🇸 profanador

🇹🇷 hakaret eden

🇰🇷 모독자

🇸🇦 مدنس

🇨🇿 profanátor

🇸🇰 profanátor

🇨🇳 亵渎者

🇸🇮 profanator

🇮🇸 vanhelgur

🇰🇿 қасиеттілікті қорлаушы

🇬🇪 წმინდანის შეურაცხმყოფელი

🇦🇿 müqəddəsliyi təhqir edən

🇲🇽 profanador

Word origin

The word 'profaner' originates from the Latin word 'profanare', which means to desecrate or violate. Over time, the term has come to be associated with individuals who show disrespect towards sacred or holy things. The concept of profanity has been a topic of debate in various cultures and religions, with different societies establishing norms regarding what is considered acceptable language and behavior.