Pronunciation: /bæd ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/
noun a word or phrase that is considered offensive or inappropriate
A1 Using bad language is not allowed in the classroom.
A2 The teacher reprimanded the student for using bad language during the presentation.
B1 Parents were concerned about their children being exposed to bad language in the movie.
B2 The company has a strict policy against employees using bad language in the workplace.
C1 The author's use of bad language in the novel sparked controversy among critics.
C2 The politician's use of bad language during the debate caused a public outcry.
adjective describing something as offensive or inappropriate
A1 Using bad language is not polite.
A2 He was reprimanded for using bad language in class.
B1 The movie was rated for containing bad language.
B2 The book was criticized for its use of bad language.
C1 The politician's use of bad language caused controversy.
C2 The comedian's routine was filled with cleverly used bad language.
formal Using bad language is not appropriate in a professional setting.
informal Hey, watch your bad language around here!
slang I can't stand people who use bad language all the time.
figurative His bad language was like a dagger to her heart.
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