Vulgarism
Pronunciation: /ˈvəɫɡɝˈɪzəm/
Vulgarism (noun)
- Words or phrases considered rude or offensive, often used to insult or shock people.
- A form of speech or writing seen as low, crude, or lacking good taste.
- A nonstandard word or expression used by some groups, often judged incorrect in formal writing.
Examples
- He used vulgarism during the argument, and everyone felt offended.
- The teacher corrected vulgarism because it sounded rude in class.