bad
Usage
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When describing things that are lacking in moral qualities or are actually vicious and reprehensible, bad is the broadest and simplest term: a bad man; bad habits. Evil applies to that which violates or leads to the violation of moral law: evil practices. Ill now appears mainly in certain fixed expressions, with a milder implication than that in evil: ill will; ill-natured. Wicked implies willful and determined doing of what is very wrong: a wicked plan.
Example Sentences
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When Bad Bunny or Taylor Swift announce a tour, Sagan jumps into action, setting up American’s flying schedule to help fans get to shows.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Fun fact: Pop superstar Bad Bunny is the voice of a toy called “Pizza with Sunglasses.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
He greeted the large crowd with his corny, familiar line, “Did you think you were coming to a Bad Bunny concert?”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
Bad Bunny tickets, an ABC subscription and a bag of sunflower seeds.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Bad grades meant no television; not eating my dinner meant no dessert.
From "Hurricane Child" by Kheryn Callender
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