noun
vulgarity
vuhl-GUR-rih-tee
Vulgarity (noun) means Crude, offensive, or tasteless behaviour or language. Example: “The comedian's act relied heavily on shock and vulgarity.”
noun
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Crude, offensive, or tasteless behaviour or language.
"The comedian's act relied heavily on shock and vulgarity."
"She was embarrassed by the vulgarity of his remarks."
How to use vulgarity
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCrudeness or tastelessness in behaviour, language, or manner.
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Etymology
From vulgar plus the noun suffix -ity.
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What does “vulgarity” mean?
The word “vulgarity” means crude, offensive, or tasteless behaviour or language. In plain terms, crudeness or tastelessness in behaviour, language, or manner.
How do you pronounce “vulgarity”?
“Vulgarity” is pronounced vuhl-GUR-rih-tee (/vʌlˈɡɜɹɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “vulgarity” in a sentence?
Here is “vulgarity” used in a sentence: “The comedian's act relied heavily on shock and vulgarity.”
What is another word for “vulgarity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “vulgarity” include scurrility.
What part of speech is “vulgarity”?
“Vulgarity” is a noun.
