fucking
12 synonyms for fucking, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adverb
Vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence.
“(vulgar) That was a fucking great movie.”
Etymology
The -ing form of fuck, used since the early 20th century as a general-purpose intensifier.
Full origin of fucking →Frequently asked questions
What does “fucking” mean?
The word “fucking” means vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence. In plain terms, a vulgar intensifier used to add emphasis, whether positive, negative, or neutral.
How do you pronounce “fucking”?
“Fucking” is pronounced FUH-kihng (/ˈfʌkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fucking” in a sentence?
Here is “fucking” used in a sentence: “(vulgar) That was a fucking great movie.”
What part of speech is “fucking”?
Depending on how it is used, “fucking” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “fucking” come from?
The word “fucking” dates back to around 1900. The -ing form of fuck, used since the early 20th century as a general-purpose intensifier.
Is “fucking” a common word?
“Fucking” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fucking” have?
“Fucking” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: vulgar slang: used as an intensifier before an adjective or the whole sentence.
