nasty

[ˈnæsti]

nasty Definition

  • 1unpleasant, offensive, or causing discomfort or harm
  • 2mean-spirited or ill-tempered
  • 3difficult or complicated

Using nasty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nasty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He has a nasty habit of interrupting people.

  • Example

    The weather turned nasty and we had to cancel the picnic.

  • Example

    She gave me a nasty look when I asked her to move her car.

  • Example

    I got a nasty cut on my finger while chopping vegetables.

nasty Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with nasty

  • a person who is unpleasant, untrustworthy, or difficult to deal with

    Example

    I wouldn't trust him if I were you. He's a nasty piece of work.

  • an unexpected and unpleasant surprise

    Example

    The news of his sudden death was a nasty shock to all of us.

  • a feeling of disgust or disappointment about something that has happened

    Example

    The way he treated her left a nasty taste in my mouth.

Origins of nasty

from Old French 'nastre', meaning 'filthy'

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Summary: nasty in Brief

The term 'nasty' [ˈnæsti] refers to something unpleasant, harmful, or mean-spirited. It can describe a person's behavior, like 'He has a nasty habit of interrupting people,' or a situation, like 'The weather turned nasty and we had to cancel the picnic.' 'Nasty' can also refer to something difficult or complicated, as in 'I have a nasty math problem to solve.'

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