English / word
curse
noun, verb A2MEANING IN ENGLISH
a solemn utterance intended to invoke supernatural harm on someone
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
In context
01
Ignorance and illiteracy remain a great curse for any developing nation.
02
In the fairy tale, a wicked witch placed an evil curse on the beautiful princess.
Synonyms
swear,damn,bane
Antonyms
blessing,praise,benediction
Collocations
utter a curse,break a curse,curse words
Verb forms
Past: cursed · Past participle: cursed · -ing: cursing