Synonyms for
Swearing
Definition
Using offensive language, making a solemn statement or promise, or taking an oath.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- loud swearing
- foul swearing
- habitual swearing
- swear words
- swear at someone
- swear an oath
Word family
Usage note
Swearing refers to the use of offensive or taboo language. While often informal, it can also be used for emphasis or to express strong emotion in more formal contexts, though this is less common.
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Example sentences
- He got in trouble for swearing in class.
- She was so angry that she started swearing at the driver.
- The witness was asked to swear on the Bible before giving testimony.
- I swear I saw a ghost in the attic last night.
- He made a solemn swearing that he would never drink again.
Quotes
I don't swear for the hell of it. Language is a poor enough means of communication. We've got to use all the words we've got. Besides, there are damn few words that anybody understands.
I never swear. As a rule, I just say, 'What the beep?'
Swearing is industry language. For as long as we're alive it's not going to change. You've got to be boisterous to get results.