Profanity

Pronunciation: /proʊˈfænətiː/

Profanity (noun)

  1. Rude or offensive words used to insult people or show anger, often considered unacceptable in polite conversation.
  2. Words or actions that show disrespect for religion or sacred things, seen as offensive by many religious people.

Examples

  • He used profanity during the argument.
  • They avoid profanity in public places.