curse
Translation
to wish something bad will happen to someone, to say offensive words, to swear
Examples
The witch cursed the prince.
The witch cursed the prince.
He cursed loudly when he hit his thumb.
He cursed loudly when he hit his thumb.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to wish bad things upon (sb./sth.) The witch cursed the prince.
((at sb./sth.)) to say offensive words to (sb./sth.) He was cursing at the other driver.
Similar Words
Synonyms: swear, hex, jinx; Antonyms: bless, praise
Etymology
From Old English 'cursian', of unknown origin.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone so angry they spit out 'curses' (bad words).