vulgarity

CEFRB2

/vʌlˈɡɜɹɪti/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A rude or offensive word, action, or quality.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A vulgar or obscene word

Examples

  • I don't mind your smoking, but I mind your vulgarity.

  • Vulgarity can be a source of hilarity.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
4

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. An offensive or obscene act or expression.

  2. The quality of being vulgar.

More examples

In context

  • Reject all its lies and vulgarity.

Synonyms

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The public display of such blank, including loud swearing and rude behavior, shocked the attendees.

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Origin

noun

From vulgar + -ity, from Latin vulgaritas.