Question

Choose the word that gives the antonym of the word italicized-
Everybody was astonished when he used such profane language.
a. Sacred
b. Pure
c. Profound
d. High

Answer 1

Hint : Profane is something which is not relating to that which is sacred or religious.

Complete step by step answer :
Profane means being secular. Profanity means swear words. Profanities can also be called curse(cuss)words, dirty words, bad words, foul language, obscenity, obscene language, or expletives. A profanity usually refers to religion, sex, or bodily functions. For example : a talk that tackled topics both sacred and profane.
Now, let us explain the given options to find out the correct answer :

Option ‘a’ is sacred. It means the connectivity with God or dedication to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration; religious rather than secular. For example : sacred rites.

Option ‘b’ is pure. Pure is something which is not mixed or adulterated with any other substance or material; something perfectly in tune and with a clear tone. For example : Cars can run on pure alcohol.

Option ‘c’ is profound. It means a state/quality of being very great or intense. It is an adjective, which means, penetrating or entering deeply into subjects of thought or knowledge. For example : a profound philosopher.

Option ‘d’ is High. It means something of a great vertical length. High is defined as something that is further up than normal, goes upward, is far above the ground level. For example : the top of a high mountain.

As we have analysed all the given options, we can easily figure out the answer. The antonym for profane is sacred. Hence, option ‘a', sacred, is the correct answer.

Note : Do not confuse between the similar words here, like “profane” and “profound”, they may seem similar, but aren’t related to each other.