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badass

The correct spelling is badass.

How to pronounce badass

/bædˈæs/
noun

IPA: /bædˈæs/

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The correct spelling is badass. (negative connotation) A belligerent or mean person; a person with an unpleasantly extreme appearance, attitudes, or behavior. For example: "Don’t mess with that guy, he’s a real badass."

Usage Examples

Don’t mess with that guy, he’s a real badass.

That tough guy looks badass.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(negative connotation) A belligerent or mean person; a person with an unpleasantly extreme appearance, attitudes, or behavior.
  2. 2.(youth slang, positive connotation) A person considered impressive due to courage, skill, and/or toughness.

adjective

  1. 1.(negative connotation) Belligerent and troublesome.
  2. 2.(positive connotation) Having an extreme appearance, attitude, or behavior that is considered admirable.

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