damn Synonyms
Another word for damn
• interjection (Context 1)
Used to express anger, annoyance, disappointment, or surprise.
"darn! I left my umbrella on the train again."
• adjective (Context 2)
Used informally for emphasis, typically to express anger, frustration, or annoyance.
"I cannot get this damned printer to connect to the wireless network."
• verb (Context 3)
To criticize harshly, denounce, or cause the ruin or failure of something.
"The newly discovered financial records were enough to condemn the suspect's alibi in court."
• noun (Context 4)
The slightest amount of care, concern, or value (chiefly used in negative constructions).
"Despite the harsh rumors, she did not give a darn about what the critics thought."
• adverb (Context 5)
Very or extremely; used informally as an intensifier.
"She did a damned good job organizing the community fundraiser on short notice."
• verb (Context 6)
To condemn to eternal punishment in hell (especially of God or a divine power).
"In the medieval morality play, the corrupt official fears that his greed will condemn his soul."
• noun (Context 7)
An uttered curse or swear word saying 'damn'.
"He muttered a quiet curse under his breath when he dropped the wrench."
Opposites of damn
The opposite of damn shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: