Nasty Definition

nasty
adjective
  1. offensive or even (of persons) malicious; "in a nasty mood"; "a nasty accident"; "a nasty shock"; "a nasty smell"; "a nasty trick to pull"; "Will he say nasty things at my funeral?"- Ezra Pound
  2. exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent; "a nasty problem"; "a good man to have on your side in a tight situation"
  3. characterized by obscenity; "had a filthy mouth"; "foul language"; "smutty jokes"
  4. disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter; "as filthy as a pigsty"; "a foul pond"; "a nasty pigsty of a room"

"Nasty" in song lyrics

See how nasty is used in real songs:

  • "Pop that coochie, freak so nasty"
    2 Live Crew — Shake a Lil' Somethin'
  • "Verse 2: Freak Nasty"
    2 Live Crew f/ KC, Freak Nasty — 2 Live Party
  • "And I ain't been nice tonight, I'm mothafuckin' get nasty"
    Above the Law f/ PEE GEE — Endonesia

Usage tips for "nasty"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nasty" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nasty to find words that pair well.

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