nasty

/ˈnaː.sti//ˈnɑː.sti//ˈnæs.ti/

🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

• Common vocabulary word
• Simple pronunciation

noun

1. Something nasty.

"Processed foods are full of aspartame and other nasties."

2. (preceded by "the") Sexual intercourse.

3. A video nasty.

adjective

1. Dirty, filthy.

2. Contemptible, unpleasant (of a person).

3. Objectionable, unpleasant (of a thing); repellent, offensive.

4. Indecent or offensive; obscene, lewd.

5. Spiteful, unkind.

6. Awkward, difficult to navigate; dangerous.

7. Grave or dangerous (of an accident, illness etc.).

8. Formidable, terrific; wicked.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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