Asshole: meaning, definitions and examples
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asshole
[ ˈæshˌhoʊl ]
offensive term
Asshole is an informal and vulgar term used to describe a person who is considered to be mean, selfish, or rude. It is commonly used in situations where someone's behavior is perceived as very inconsiderate or irritating.
Synonyms
buffoon, creep, idiot, jerk, moron
Examples of usage
- He's such an asshole for not helping his friend.
- I can't believe how much of an asshole she is acting.
- Don't be an asshole, just apologize.
- That politician is an absolute asshole.
- She called him an asshole after the argument.
Translations
Translations of the word "asshole" in other languages:
🇵🇹 idiota
- filho da puta
- cretino
🇮🇳 गधा
- बेवकूफ
- कमीना
🇩🇪 Arschloch
- Idiot
- Dummkopf
🇮🇩 bauk
- bodoh
- brengsek
🇺🇦 свиня
- ідіот
- мерзотник
🇵🇱 dupek
- idiota
- cham
🇯🇵 アホ
- バカ
- クソ
🇫🇷 connard
- idiot
- salaud
🇪🇸 gilipollas
- idiota
- cabrón
🇹🇷 salak
- ahlaka aykırı
- aptal
🇰🇷 바보
- 멍청이
- 개새끼
🇸🇦 أحمق
- غبي
- ابن العاهرة
🇨🇿 debilek
- idiot
- blbec
🇸🇰 debilek
- idiot
- hlupák
🇨🇳 混蛋
- 傻瓜
- 笨蛋
🇸🇮 bedak
- idiot
- kreten
🇮🇸 drullus
- fáviti
- aumingja
🇰🇿 мылшок
- ақымақ
- жаман
🇬🇪 ბავშვი
- უგუნური
- სულელი
🇦🇿 axmaq
- geriz
- adam
🇲🇽 pendejo
- idiota
- cabrón
Etymology
The term 'asshole' originates from the combination of the word 'ass,' referring to the buttocks, and 'hole,' denoting an opening or space. The word 'ass' has Old English roots, referring to the rear part of the body, while 'hole' is derived from the Old English 'hol,' which means a hollow place. 'Asshole' emerged in American English in the early 20th century, primarily as a crude insult. The usage of the word has evolved over the decades, becoming increasingly prevalent in popular culture and vernacular. It is often used to describe someone perceived as unpleasant or unkind, and its vulgar nature contributes to its impact in conversations. While initially used to denote physical attributes, it has transcended into a more generalized term for a bad personality or behavior.