English example sentences with "profess"

I do profess to be no less than I seem.

Fadil wrote Layla a poem to profess his love.

About 1.2 billion people worldwide profess Catholicism - the world's largest Christian faith.

Many people profess a belief in God yet maintain significantly divergent theologies and practices. Ecumenical movements attempt to bridge those differences through dialogue and mutual understanding, but some denominations will not participate in such efforts.

I wouldn’t profess myself to be an avid follower of the Ellen show, though I do watch it on occasion when I’m in the US.