curse
🇬🇧 UK/kә:s/🇺🇸 US
IELTSA2
Definitions
n.
A supernatural wish for harm to befall someone; a source of great trouble or misfortune; a swear word.
诅咒,咒语;祸根;骂人话
v.
To place a curse on someone; to swear or use offensive language.
诅咒,咒骂;说脏话
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishcurseother
=curse
Example Sentences
- 1.
According to the legend, the treasure was protected by a curse.
- 2.
He cursed loudly when he stubbed his toe.
- 3.
Poverty is a curse that affects millions of people.