CEFR A2

curse

verb

Meaning

To use offensive or rude words, often when angry or in pain.

Examples

He started to curse when he stubbed his toe.
She cursed loudly after dropping the plate.

Synonyms: swear, blaspheme

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curse (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɜːrs/

Definition

To use offensive or rude words, often when angry or in pain.

Examples

He started to curse when he stubbed his toe.
She cursed loudly after dropping the plate.
The driver cursed at the other car.

How to Use curse

curse at (prepositional phrase): To say offensive words to someone. — "He cursed at the driver who cut him off."
curse someone out (phrasal verb): To say many offensive words to someone, often in anger. — "She cursed him out for being late again."

Synonyms of curse

Words with a similar meaning to curse:

Antonyms of curse

Words with the opposite meaning to curse:

bless

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