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bad

The correct spelling is bad.

How to pronounce bad

/bæːd/
noun

IPA: /bæːd/

Say it like: Bad

The correct spelling is bad. Error, mistake. For example: "Abducting children is bad for mothers."

Usage Examples

Abducting children is bad for mothers.

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

It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full.

Meanings

noun

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

adjective

  1. 1.Unfavorable; negative; not good.
  2. 2.Not suitable or fitting.
  3. 3.Not appropriate, of manners etc.
  4. 4.Unhealthy; liable to cause health problems.
  5. 5.Sickly, unhealthy, unwell.

adverb

  1. 1.Badly.

verb

  1. 1.To issue a command; to tell.
  2. 2.To invite; to summon.
  3. 3.To utter a greeting or salutation.
  4. 4.To shell (a walnut).

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