profess

to claim that one does not know about something, often to avoid responsibility.

to declare that one is not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

to affirm one's belief in a religion or a set of principles.

to declare one's love for someone, sometimes in a way that is not sincere.

to formally declare one's loyalty or commitment to a person, group, or cause.

to state that one has a strong feeling of wanting something.