Definitions for 'bad':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word bad. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
Error, mistake.
Definition 2
An item (or kind of item) of merchandise with negative value; an unwanted good.
Adjective: Adjectives modify nouns to provide more information about them.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
Unfavorable; negative; not good.
Abducting children is bad for mothers.
Definition 2
Not suitable or fitting.
Do you think it is a bad idea to confront him directly?
Definition 3
Not appropriate, of manners etc.
It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full.
Definition 4
Unhealthy; liable to cause health problems.
Lard is bad for you. Smoking is bad for you, too. Grapes are bad for dogs but not for humans.
Definition 5
Sickly, unhealthy, unwell.
I went to the hospital to see how my grandfather was doing. Unfortunately, he's in a bad state.
Definition 6
Not behaving; behaving badly; misbehaving; mischievous or disobedient.
Stop being bad, or you will get a spanking!
Definition 7
Tricky; stressful; unpleasant.
Divorce is usually a bad experience for everybody involved.
Definition 8
Evil; wicked.
Be careful. There are bad people in the world.
Definition 9
Faulty; not functional.
I had a bad headlight.
Definition 10
(of food) Spoiled, rotten, overripe.
These apples have gone bad.
Definition 11
(of breath) Malodorous; foul.
Bad breath is not pleasant for anyone.
Definition 12
False; counterfeit; illegitimate.
They were caught trying to pass bad coinage.
Definition 13
Unskilled; of limited ability; not good.
He's a bad gardener; everything he tries to grow ends up dying.
Definition 14
Of poor physical appearance.
I don't look bad in this dress, do I?
Definition 15
Bold and daring.
Definition 16
Good, superlative, excellent, cool.
Man, that new car you bought is bad!
Definition 17
(of a need, want, or pain) Severe, urgent.
He is in bad need of a haircut.
Definition 18
Overly promiscuous, licentious.
Definition 19
(of a draft/check) Not covered by funds on account.
He gave me a bad check.
Adverb : Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to provide more information about how something is done.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
Badly.
I didn't do too bad in the last exam.
Adjective: Adjectives modify nouns to provide more information about them.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
Fantastic.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
To issue a command; to tell.
He bade me come in.
Definition 2
To invite; to summon.
She was bidden to the wedding.
Definition 3
To utter a greeting or salutation.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /bæːd/
US: /bɛd/
Definition 1
To shell (a walnut).
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: badass, evil, vicious, vile, wicked, false, spurious, unhealthful, unwholesome, faulty, inoperative, negative, unfavorable, inappropriate, unfit, hot, rubber, dire, severe, urgent, foul, malodorous, rotten, bungling, inept, repulsive, unsightly, foul, loathsome, ill, poorly, sickly, abandoned, abominable, base, corrupt, deficient, detestable, disgusting, inferior, lousy, off, poor, punk, substandard, unacceptable, ungodly, unsatisfactory, vicious, wanting, wretched, wrong
Antonyms: adequate, advantageous, beneficial, benevolent, choice, competent, excellent, exceptional, first-class, first-rate, good, honest, just, premium, prime, profitable, propitious, reputable, right, sincere, sufficient, superior, true, upright, virtuous, worthy
