Taboo Language

noun a profane or obscene expression used to convey strong emotion or fill a sentence

adjective relating to or serving as an expletive

• The speaker was reprimanded for using an expletive during the formal event.
• She let out an expletive when she realized she had forgotten her keys.
• He dropped an expletive when he stubbed his toe.
• The artist used expletives of color to create a vibrant painting.

verb to treat something sacred with disrespect or contempt

adjective showing disrespect or contempt for sacred things; irreverent

• It is considered inappropriate to use profane language in a professional setting.
• Please refrain from using profane words when talking to your grandparents.
• Some people find it cool to use profane words in casual conversations.
• The artist's work was so powerful, it felt like a profane act to critique it.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

• The use of strong language is not appropriate in professional settings.
• Please try to avoid using strong language around children.
• I can't believe he used such strong language during the argument.
• Her paintings use strong language to convey powerful emotions.

adjective An adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Unhallowed' is an adjective that means not consecrated or holy.

• The unhallowed ground was considered sacred by the ancient tribe.
• We shouldn't go near that unhallowed place, it gives me the creeps.
• That party was so unhallowed, I can't believe we stayed there all night.
• Her unhallowed intentions were clear from the start, despite her friendly demeanor.