shite
5 synonyms for shite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (vulgar, chiefly British/Irish) Nonsense, trash, or rubbish.
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.
Etymology
From Middle English shite/schite, a variant closely related to shit, both descending from Old English words for excrement.
Full origin of shite →Frequently asked questions
What does “shite” mean?
The word “shite” means (vulgar, chiefly British/Irish) Nonsense, trash, or rubbish. In plain terms, a British and Irish variant of "shit," used the same crude way.
How do you pronounce “shite”?
“Shite” is pronounced shyt (/ʃaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “shite” in a sentence?
Here is “shite” used in a sentence: “That excuse is a load of shite.”
What part of speech is “shite”?
Depending on how it is used, “shite” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “shite” come from?
The word “shite” comes from Old English.
Is “shite” a common word?
“Shite” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shite” have?
“Shite” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (vulgar, chiefly British/Irish) Nonsense, trash, or rubbish.
