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profess

verb

Reveal meaning and examples

To state openly that one holds a belief, feeling, or qualification, sometimes with doubt about its sincerity.

The members profess respect for open debate, but their conduct must support that claim.

Dictionary practice example.

A club officer continued to profess support for open participation while reserving every desirable workshop place for his friends.