Curse
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British pronunciation/kˈɜːs/
American pronunciation/ˈkɝs/

Definition & Meaning of "curse"

to curse
01

to use offensive and impolite language

Intransitive
to curse definition and meaning
02

to utter or think negative words or wishes towards someone or something out of anger or frustration

Transitive: to curse sb/sth | to curse sb/sth for sth
03

to put an evil spell on someone to harm them

Transitive: to curse sb/sth
04

to formally excommunicate or denounce someone from a religious community

Transitive: to curse sb
Curse
01

profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger

02

an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group

03

a type of magic spell or an expression of a wish that harm or misfortune may befall someone or something

What is a "curse"?

A curse is a magical or supernatural spell intended to cause harm, misfortune, or negative effects to someone or something. Curses can result in a range of consequences, from minor inconveniences to severe or tragic outcomes. They are often believed to be cast through words, rituals, or magical actions, and can be intended as punishment, revenge, or to influence someone’s fate. Curses are commonly found in folklore and fantasy stories, where they play a role in creating conflict or driving the plot.

04

a severe affliction

05

something causing misery or death

curse

v

cursed

adj

cursed

adj
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Example
The heated argument caused both parties to curse at each other, escalating the conflict.
In moments of intense stress, some people have a tendency to curse as a way of coping.
When he stubbed his toe, he couldn't help but curse out of pain and frustration.
Frustrated with the situation, he started to curse loudly, venting his anger.
The accursed witch cursed the kingdom with eternal winter.
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