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curse

The word “curse” has 1 syllable: curse

It's pronounced as /kɝːs/

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In the thesaurus, “curse” has 190 synonyms and 66 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for curse along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for curse

Antonyms for curse

Meanings of curse

  • noun
    1. A supernatural detriment or hindrance; a bane.
    2. A prayer or imprecation that harm may befall someone.
    3. The cause of great harm, evil, or misfortune; that which brings evil or severe affliction; torment.
    4. A vulgar epithet.
    5. (usually with "the") A woman's menses.
  • verb
    1. To place a curse upon (a person or object).
    2. To call upon divine or supernatural power to send injury upon; to imprecate evil upon; to execrate.
    3. To speak or shout a vulgar curse or epithet.
    4. To use offensive or morally inappropriate language.
    5. 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.

Example Sentences

  • He muttered a curse under his breath after losing the game.
  • The old legend says the treasure carries a terrible curse.
  • She warned him not to curse in front of the children.
  • Many believed the abandoned house was under a curse.
  • Frustrated by the error, he let out a loud curse.

On this page you'll find 256 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to curse, such as: Cancer, abet, acclaim, admonish, advantage, afflict, affliction.

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