Definition of vulgarity
vulgarities
1 : something vulgar
2 : the quality or state of being vulgar
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Examples of vulgarity in a Sentence
a comedian known for her vulgarity
I was shocked by the vulgarity of his language.
He uttered a vulgarity and was silent.
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Recent Examples of vulgarity from the Web
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Oh, the vulgarity, the venality, the small-minded nastiness of those loathsome souls now crowding the stage at the Duke on 42nd Street.
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Mrs. Long responded by bringing up the vulgarity of radio host Howard Stern, rapper Jay Z, who supports Mrs. Clinton, and Mr. Schumer’s second cousin once removed, comedian Amy Schumer.
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It’s meant to underscore the mix of vulgarity, elegance and wildly customs of the French, but that was pretty well established earlier with Claire’s frivolous friend Louise de Rohan (Claire Sermonne).
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Well: vulgarity, addiction to hot air, brain poisoning in consequence of exposure to advertising.
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Bond’s gorge rose at the vulgarity of it, the confident obviousness.
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Shadows doesn’t use vulgarity as a substitute for comedy; the lines are surprisingly well-written (especially for an English translation of a Japanese game).
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More than any of Deadwood's other denizens, Swearengen epitomizes the show's singular hybrid of vulgarity and eloquence.
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First Known Use of vulgarity
1579
VULGARITY Defined for English Language Learners
vulgarity
playDefinition of vulgarity for English Language Learners
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: the quality or state of not having good taste, manners, politeness, etc.
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: something (such as a word) that is offensive or rude
VULGARITY Defined for Kids
vulgarity
playDefinition of vulgarity for Students
vulgarities
1 : the quality or state of having or showing poor taste or manners
2 : rude or offensive language or behavior
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