How to Pronounce "professed"
word
pɹəˈfɛst
pruh-FEST
pɹəfˈɛst
pruh-FEST
Definition
Stated or declared openly or officially, often used to describe something that someone claims but may not truly be. Sometimes it suggests doubt about whether the statement is genuine.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈfɛst
British English
pɹəfˈɛst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-FEST
UK
pruh-FEST
Listen in Context
He is the professed leader of the group.
Anna’s professed reason for leaving was family.
His professed beliefs are important to him.
Her professed love of exercise didn’t stop her from taking the elevator every time.