swear word

noun

variants or less commonly swearword

ˈswer-ˌwərd 

: a profane or obscene oath or word

Synonyms of swear word

• curse
• swear
• expletive
• language
• profanity
• epithet
• vulgarism

Examples of swear word in a Sentence

this is a list of swearwords that are not permitted on this radio program

Recent Examples on the Web

This marked the first instance of the swear word accidentally making an appearance during a live sketch since Sam Rockwell in 2018 (not counting Sabrina Carpenter’s use of the word during a musical performance last year). — Charu Sinha, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2026

As in Wisconsin, visitors from Illinois are sometimes referred to derogatorily using a swear word, and there is concern an influx of Chicagoans will raise housing prices. — Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026

But the moment was banned from TV due to the use of a swear word. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 1 Mar. 2026

And while part of her sentiment was bleeped out by the network, the swear word remained on air. — Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for swear word

• absurd
• averred
• bluebird
• byword
• catbird
• catchword
• concurred
• conferred
• cowbird
• cowherd
• crossword
• deferred

Kids Definition

swearword

noun

swear·​word ˈswa(ə)r-ˌwərd 

ˈswe(ə)r-

: a bad or vulgar word