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Meaning of bad

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

bad

Pronunciation:/bæːd//bɛd//bæd//beəd/

noun

Definitions

  1. Error, mistake.

  2. An item (or kind of item) of merchandise with negative value; an unwanted good.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Unfavorable; negative; not good.

    Example: Abducting children is bad for mothers.

  2. Not suitable or fitting.

    Example: Do you think it is a bad idea to confront him directly?

  3. Not appropriate, of manners etc.

    Example: It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full.

  4. Unhealthy; liable to cause health problems.

    Example: Lard is bad for you. Smoking is bad for you, too. Grapes are bad for dogs but not for humans.

adverb

Definitions

  1. Badly.

    Example: I didn't do too bad in the last exam.