curse

A2
Pronunciation
/kɜːs/
/kɝs/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A supernatural detriment or hindrance; a bane.

2 Definition

A prayer or imprecation that harm may befall someone.

3 Definition

The cause of great harm, evil, or misfortune; that which brings evil or severe affliction; torment.

4 Definition

A vulgar epithet.

5 Definition

(usually with "the") A woman's menses.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To place a curse upon (a person or object).

2 Definition

To call upon divine or supernatural power to send injury upon; to imprecate evil upon; to execrate.

3 Definition

To speak or shout a vulgar curse or epithet.

4 Definition

To use offensive or morally inappropriate language.

Synonyms
swear
5 Definition

To bring great evil upon; to be the cause of serious harm or unhappiness to; to furnish with that which will be a cause of deep trouble; to afflict or injure grievously; to harass or torment.