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“Crap” is a popular and versatile word, but is it considered profanity? Though “crap” isn’t usually seen as obscene or vulgar, it can be inappropriate in certain situations. If you’re wondering whether or not “crap” is a bad word, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll answer this question and explain when it would be appropriate (or inappropriate) to use it. We’ll also cover the definition of “crap” and list some other words you can use instead, so keep reading!
Things You Should Know
- “Crap” isn’t technically a swear word, but it can be considered rude or inappropriate in certain formal or public settings.
- For example, you'll probably want to avoid saying “crap” at work, in front of your teacher at school, or around older people like your grandparents.
- Similar, less offensive words that you could use instead include “junk,” “garbage,” “baloney” or “nonsense.”
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- ↑ https://www.dictionary.com/browse/crappy
- ↑ https://www.dictionary.com/browse/crap
- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/dictionary/crap
- ↑ https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crappy
- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/dictionary/crap
- ↑ https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crap
- ↑ https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/submission/7856/Holy+crap
- ↑ https://www.thesaurus.com/browse/crap
- ↑ https://www.thesaurus.com/browse/crap