Synonyms for curse word

Most common

bad word · swear · swear word · curse

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Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A word that is a vulgarity.

Related words

Other spellings

curseword

Example sentences

• swear When angry, count to four. When very angry, swear.
• curse Don't curse or I'll wash your mouth out with soap.

By length

4 letters

oath¹, cuss¹

5 letters

swear¹, curse¹

8 letters

swearing²

9 letters

profanity⁴, vulgarity⁴, expletive³

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (swearing² = 2 syllables).