professed
131Professor — Pro*fess or, n. [L., a teacher, a public teacher: cf. F. professeur. See {Profess}.] 1. One who professed, or makes open declaration of, his sentiments or opinions; especially, one who makes a public avowal of his belief in the Scriptures and his …
132abjure — transitive verb (abjured; abjuring) Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo French or Latin; Anglo French abjurer, from Latin abjurare, from ab + jurare to swear more at jury Date: 15th century 1. a. to renounce upon oath b. to reject …
