Synonyms for
Curses
Definition
Expressions of strong disapproval or displeasure.
Synonyms & similar words
scourge
unchurch
oath
swearing
excommunicate
expletive
imprecate
maledict
execration
curseword
curse
whammy
jinx
hex
cuss
torment
swearword
bedamn
beshrew
bless
condemnation
blaspheme
nemesis
damn
communicate
hexes
jinxes
maledictions
voodoo
incantations
spells
imprecations
anathemas
execrations
damnations
profanity
blasphemy
oaths
expletives
maledicta
vituperation
objurgation
invective
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- cast a curse
- break a curse
- under a curse
- curse someone out
- curse the day
- a terrible curse
- ancient curse
Word family
Usage note
The word 'curses' can refer to both spoken imprecations and offensive language. Be mindful of the context to understand the intended meaning.
Example sentences
- The old lady muttered curses under her breath when she saw the kids playing on her lawn.
- He cursed himself for forgetting his keys at home.
- The sailors believed that the storm was caused by the curse of a sea goddess.
- I heard him scream curses at the top of his lungs when he stubbed his toe.
- The coach put a curse on the opposing team, and they lost the game.
Quotes
"Curses are like chickens; they always come home to roost." - Robert Southe
"If you become a curse to your own generation, you will be an outcast in the next." - Michael Bassey Johnson
"May the curse of Mary Malone and her nine blind illegitimate children chase you so far over the hills of Damnation that the Lord himself can't find you with a telescope." - John Wayne