What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
accursed
Example
The accursed land was barren and lifeless. [accursed: adjective]
Example
The accursed thief was caught and punished for his crimes. [accursed: adjective]
Example
The accursed rain ruined our picnic plans. [accursed: adjective]
cursed
Example
The cursed amulet brought misfortune to whoever possessed it. [cursed: adjective]
Example
The cursed prince was transformed into a beast by an evil sorceress. [cursed: adjective]
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The cursed town was plagued by supernatural occurrences. [cursed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cursed is more commonly used than accursed in everyday language. Cursed is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while accursed is less common and is often used in literary or poetic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between accursed and cursed?
Accursed is more formal and literary, while cursed is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
