profane
US /prəˈfeɪn/
UK /prəˈfeɪn/
形容词
1.
世俗的, 亵渎的, 不敬的
relating or devoted to that which is not sacred or biblical; secular rather than religious
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The novel explores both sacred and profane themes.
这部小说探讨了神圣和世俗的主题。
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He was criticized for his profane language in the sacred space.
他因在神圣场所使用亵渎的语言而受到批评。
2.
亵渎的, 不敬的, 粗俗的
not respectful of orthodox religious practice; irreverent
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His jokes were often considered profane by the more religious members of the community.
他的笑话常被社区中更虔诚的成员认为是亵渎神灵的。
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The artist's work was seen as profane by some traditionalists.
这位艺术家的作品被一些传统主义者视为亵渎。
动词
亵渎, 玷污, 侮辱
treat (something sacred) with irreverence or disrespect
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He was accused of trying to profane the ancient rituals.
他被指控试图亵渎古老的仪式。
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Some argued that modern interpretations profane the original meaning of the text.
一些人认为现代解释亵渎了文本的原始意义。
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