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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You’re not bad parents if you put this money toward retirement, and expect your children to pay for their own college education.
From MarketWatch
Opponents testifying, including Lapaseotes, argued the rules are bad for business.
Tom feared the worst for his newfound friendship.
From BBC
To be sure, it isn’t all bad news on Main Street.
From Barron's
In “Father Mother Sister Brother,” family can be hell, but the only thing worse is when they’re no longer with us.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
