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Vulgarism: meaning, definitions and examples

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vulgarism

 

[ หˆvสŒlษกษ™rษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

language use

A vulgarism is a word or expression that is considered crude, offensive, or lacking in taste. It typically refers to language that is characterized by a lack of refinement or propriety, often being associated with profanity or obscenity. Vulgarisms can vary widely between cultures and contexts, where some might be acceptable in casual conversation yet deemed inappropriate in formal settings. They are often used for emphasis, humor, or to convey strong emotions.

Synonyms

curse, obscenity, profanity, swearword

Examples of usage

  • He expressed his frustration with a vulgarism.
  • The comedian's routine was filled with vulgarisms.
  • She was reprimanded for using vulgarisms during the presentation.

Translations

Translations of the word "vulgarism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vulgarismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคพเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vulgรคrsprache

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kata kasar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัƒะปัŒะณะฐั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wulgaryzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟ—่ชž

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vulgarisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vulgarismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท argo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ูุงุธ ุจุฐูŠุฆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vulgarismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vulgarizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒ—่ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vulgarizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vulgarsprรฅk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะทะฐา›ั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒฃแƒšแƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vulgarizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vulgarismo

Etymology

The term 'vulgarism' is derived from the Latin word 'vulgus', which means 'the common people'. This etymology reflects the historically perceived association between crude language and the lower social classes. The word 'vulgar' has been used since the Renaissance to describe language that was common or popular among the masses, as opposed to classical or refined speech. Over time, 'vulgarism' began to take on a more derogatory meaning, referring specifically to language that is crude, obscene, or offensive. The usage of vulgarisms has been documented throughout literary history, often serving as a vehicle for humor or social commentary, particularly in satirical works. As society's standards for acceptable language evolve, the perception of what constitutes a vulgarism can also shift, leading to ongoing debates about language, censorship, and expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,172, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.