profanely
profanely — 副詞
1. using swear words, rude language, or behaviour that treats religious subjects or
褻瀆地
用不尊重宗教的言語或方式
using swear words, rude language, or behaviour that treats religious subjects or beliefs with a lack of respect
The drunk man shouted profanely at the priest outside the village church.
那個醉漢在村莊教堂外對神父大聲咒罵。
collocation: shout profanely
When Quan dropped the heavy box on his foot, he swore profanely.
Quan 把沉重的箱子砸到腳上時，嘴裡罵個不停。
collocation: swear profanely
The comedian spoke profanely about several religious traditions, upsetting part of the audience.
那位喜劇演員用不敬的言語談論了幾個宗教傳統，惹惱了部分觀眾。
Nila was sent to the head teacher for speaking profanely during a lesson.
Nila 因為在課堂上說髒話而被帶去見教務主任。
The film was criticised for using profanely offensive language that many found shocking.
那部電影因使用極度冒犯的粗俗語言而受到批評，令許多人感到震驚。
- irreverently
broader in meaning — any lack of respect, not necessarily involving swearing or religion
- blasphemously
more specific to insulting or showing contempt for God or religious beliefs; stronger and more formal
- vulgarly
focuses on rude or taboo subjects like sex or bodily functions, not specifically religious disrespect
- crudely
emphasises lack of refinement or politeness, not necessarily swearing or religious content
- reverently
showing deep respect, especially towards religious things
- respectfully
showing general courtesy and regard for others
- politely
behaving in a socially acceptable, courteous manner
文法句型
profanely + verb (shout, swear, speak)
profanely + adjective (offensive, crude)
用法筆記
Common verbs modified by this adverb include 'shout', 'swear', 'curse', and 'speak'. The related noun 'profanity' is more frequent in everyday conversation than the adverb form.