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Definition of vulgarity

vulgarity

/vʌlˈɡær.ə.ti/
vul · gar · i · ty
Adverb:vulgarly
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Plural:vulgarities
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Adjective:vulgar
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vulgarity Lexical Profile

vulgarity Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being coarse, unrefined, or lacking in good taste and sophistication.

Example

"Critics dismissed the lavishly decorated mansion as a monument to excessive wealth and vulgarity."

2

A vulgar, obscene, or offensive remark, expression, or act.

Example

"The broadcast was fined after the guest shouted several vulgarities during the live interview."

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• Rhymes for vulgarity

• Nearby Words

vulcan
vulgar
vulgarian
vulgarity
vulgarization
vulgarize
vulgarly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Late Latin vulgaritas ('the multitude' or 'commonness'), derived from Latin vulgaris ('of or belonging to the common people'), from vulgus ('the common people, crowd'). Over time, its meaning shifted from neutral ordinariness to offensive coarseness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vulgarity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vulgarity
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