Synonyms for Curse
Definition of curse
noun
- profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger; "expletives were deleted"
- an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group
- an evil spell; "a witch put a curse on his whole family"; "he put the whammy on me"
19 synonyms found
Writing tips for "curse"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bane, blaspheme, condemnation can replace "curse" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 19 alternatives available, "curse" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Curse" in song lyrics
See how curse is used in real songs:
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"Put it in reverse, watch how I curse"
4 Deep — Ho -
"But all of a sudden, I'm overpowered by that curse"
60 Second Assassin f/ Hell Razah, Kristina Green, Shabazz the Disciple, Son One — Cloud 9 -
"But I had to chill on the curse,"
88 Keys f/ Kid Cudi — Ho Is Short For Honey