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profession Antonyms

Opposite of profession

Because the opposite of profession shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A paid occupation, especially one that involves prolonged training and a formal qualification.

Usage Example

"After completing her medical degree, she entered the medical avocation as a pediatrician."

Strongest
avocation
Strong
hobby
pastime

• noun (Context 2)

An open declaration, avowal, or public statement of a belief, feeling, or faith.

Usage Example

"Despite his frequent professions of loyalty, his actions suggested otherwise."

Strongest
denial
disavowal
Strong
repudiation
recantation

Similar words to profession

Words similar to profession shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

occupation
declaration
avowal
career
vocation
affirmation
proclamation
calling
See all synonyms of profession

• Nearby Words

profanity
profess
professed
profession
professional
professionalism
professionalize

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Profession. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/profession
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