Take In Vain (Verb)
Meaning
Use a name, such as God, without proper respect.
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- Sarah was warned not to take the Lord's name in vain during her presentation.
- By using holy names carelessly, Mark realized he was taking God's name in vain every time.
- James felt guilty because he knew he took his savior's name in vain often while he was under stress.
- Her habit of taking God's name in vain worried her grandmother.
- You should never take the Lord's name in vain, or use other sacred names carelessly.