Professed

/prəˈfɛst/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To declare openly or affirm one's beliefs, opinions, or feelings.

He professed his love for her in front of their friends.

To claim or assert something, often without proof.

She professed to have knowledge of the secret formula, but no one could verify her claim.

To make a profession of (a particular faith or belief).

They professed their faith during the ceremony.

Middle English, from Old French 'professer', from Latin 'profiteri', from pro- 'publicly' + 'fateri' 'to confess'.

professed belief

A stated belief in something, especially in a faith or doctrine.

professed love

An openly expressed sentiment of love.

professed intention

An openly stated aim or purpose.

profess

To declare or admit openly.

professor

A teacher of the highest rank in a college or university.

To openly claim something, often in a way that seems exaggerated.

He professed to be the best player on the team.

To show off one's beliefs or capabilities.

She professes to be a master chef, but her cooking skills are typical at best.