effing
4 synonyms for effing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — A euphemistic substitute for "fucking," used as a mild intensifier or curse.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from eff, itself derived from the letter name of F, plus "-ing."
Full origin of effing →Frequently asked questions
What does “effing” mean?
The word “effing” means a euphemistic substitute for "fucking," used as a mild intensifier or curse. In plain terms, a softened stand-in for a much stronger swear word.
How do you pronounce “effing”?
“Effing” is pronounced EH-fihng (/ˈɛfɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “effing” in a sentence?
Here is “effing” used in a sentence: “Where are my effing keys?”
What part of speech is “effing”?
“Effing” is an adjective.
