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scurrility

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Scurrility (noun) means something coarse, abusive or offensively insulting.

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Something coarse, abusive or offensively insulting.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from scurril(ous) and -ity, and can be traced back to Latin scurrilitas.

Synonyms

billingsgate

Antonyms

flattery compliment

Related words

praise insult compliment mock sarcasm congratulate criticize offend

Rhymes for scurrility

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What is the meaning of scurrility?

"scurrility" (noun) means something coarse, abusive or offensively insulting.

What is another word for scurrility?

Other words for "scurrility" include billingsgate.

What is the opposite of scurrility?

Opposites of "scurrility" include flattery, compliment.

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