😡curse

noun, verb
/kɜːrs/

Meaning

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

Example Sentences

He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.

Example Expressions

a curse in disguise

Synonyms

hex, swear, damn, malediction, blight

Antonyms

blessing, praise, benediction

Collocations

utter a curse, break a curse, curse words, ancient curse

More Example Sentences

Being dissatisfied, the man cursed him.

Related Vocabularies

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forward movement toward a destination or improvement in a condition
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the act of submitting documents; the process of organizing papers
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