Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curse-word
noun
/kɜrs wɜrd/
Definition
A word or phrase that expresses strong emotion, often of anger or frustration, and is considered offensive or taboo.
Examples
- He let out a curse-word when he stubbed his toe.
- Many comedians use curse-words for humor and emphasis.
- She apologized after accidentally using a curse-word in front of the children.
Meaning
Curse-words are typically used to convey strong feelings and can vary in severity and acceptability based on context and culture.
Synonyms
- swear word
- profanity
- expletive
