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fane
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more profane
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most profane
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showing lack of respect for holy things or God, especially by using offensive or obscene language
- During the religious ceremony, an attendee loudly shouted profane remarks, disrupting the solemn atmosphere and disrespecting the sacred occasion.
- The book contained profane references and explicit content, leading to controversy and calls for its removal from libraries.
- The speaker's disrespectful and profane remarks during the religious gathering incited outrage among the attendees, who felt their beliefs were being mocked.
- He was reprimanded for making profane jokes during the ceremony, which many found highly offensive.
- The movie was criticized for its profane language and disrespectful portrayal of religious figures.
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not relating or devoted to religious purposes or spiritual matters
- Within the library's collection, one can find books that cater to diverse interests, covering religious texts as well as profane literature on secular topics such as science, history, and philosophy.
- Upholding the principles of a secular society, the government ensures the equal treatment of religious and profane matters in its policies and legislation.
- The museum's exhibits showcased a diverse array of artifacts, including religious relics as well as profane objects that shed light on secular aspects of historical and cultural development.
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grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred
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not holy because unconsecrated or impure or defiled
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