Expletive

Definition

• Expletive (noun): A word or phrase that serves to fill a sentence or a line of verse but adds no meaning; often used to convey strong emotion or emphasis, typically in the form of profanity or curse words.

Synonyms

• Profanity
• Curse
• Oath
• Swear word
• Interjection
• Exclamation

Antonyms

• Compliment
• Praise
• Eulogy
• Commendation
• Exposition

Examples

1. She let out an expletive when she stubbed her toe.
2. The movie was filled with expletives that made it unsuitable for children.
3. In moments of frustration, he often resorts to using an expletive.
4. The journalist had to edit out any expletives from the interview.
5. An expletive slipped out when his team lost the game.
6. The comedian’s routine included several clever expletives.
7. He shouted an expletive when he saw the surprise party.
8. The lyrics of the song were criticized for their excessive expletives.
9. She replaced the expletive with a milder term to avoid offending anyone.
10. His response was filled with expletives, showcasing his anger.
11. The actor apologized for his use of expletives during the live broadcast.
12. In literature, expletives can be used for comedic or dramatic effect.
13. The teacher was taken aback by the student's use of an expletive in class.
14. He wasn't shy about using expletives to express his frustration.
15. The film's rating was affected by its use of expletives.
16. She said an expletive under her breath when she heard the news.
17. The debate was heated, with both sides throwing around expletives.
18. He had a habit of using expletives when he was excited.
19. The expletive was a clear indication of his displeasure.
20. Despite the expletive, she managed to maintain her composure.
21. The expletive he used was completely inappropriate for the setting.
22. To lighten the mood, he dropped an expletive during the meeting.
23. The expletive echoed in the empty hall after the door slammed shut.
24. She tried to suppress an expletive as she spilled coffee on her shirt.
25. The expletive he muttered revealed his frustration with the situation.
26. They were shocked by the number of expletives in the dialogue.
27. Using an expletive can sometimes relieve stress in a tense moment.
28. He found it hard to express himself without using an expletive.
29. The expletive was so loud that it startled everyone in the room.
30. There was a collective gasp when he let out an expletive.
31. The expletive that escaped her lips was uncharacteristic of her.
32. She blurted out an expletive when she tripped on the stairs.
33. The expletive was edited out for the television broadcast.
34. He punctuated his speech with an expletive for emphasis.
35. The audience laughed when he used an unexpected expletive.
36. His casual use of expletives offended some of the guests.
37. The expletive he used was particularly colorful.
38. She couldn't help but let out an expletive when she saw the bill.
39. The use of expletives in the conversation made it feel more authentic.
40. The expletive added a layer of intensity to his argument.
41. Many people use expletives to vent their frustrations.
42. The politician's speech was criticized for its excessive expletives.
43. He realized that his expletive had been caught on camera.
44. The expletive was a testament to his passion on the subject.
45. She couldn't believe the expletive that came out during the argument.
46. The show was notorious for its frequent expletives.
47. The expletive was a natural reaction to the shocking news.
48. He was known for his colorful language and frequent expletives.
49. The expletive was a punchline in the comedian's routine.
50. She apologized for her expletive during the formal event.
51. The tension in the room broke when someone shouted an expletive.
52. His expletive was a reflection of his deep frustration.
53. The use of expletives can sometimes enhance storytelling.
54. The expletive was the highlight of the otherwise dull meeting.
55. She couldn't remember the last time she used an expletive.
56. The expletive was perfectly timed in the conversation.
57. He often used an expletive to emphasize his points.
58. The expletive was met with laughter from the audience.
59. The expletive added a humorous twist to the story.
60. His expletive was unintentional but still drew attention.
61. The expletive used was shocking to some in the crowd.
62. She wished she could take back the expletive she had just said.
63. The expletive was an instinctive reaction to the surprise.
64. Many of his friends were used to his frequent expletives.
65. The movie's rating was largely due to the expletives it contained.
66. The expletive was a clear sign of his displeasure with the decision.
67. He couldn't help but let out an expletive after losing the game.
68. The expletive surprised everyone in the formal gathering.
69. The comedian's use of expletives was both shocking and funny.
70. She tried to keep her language clean but slipped an expletive.
71. The expletive was a highlight of the otherwise mundane discussion.
72. He often apologized for his use of expletives in public.
73. The expletive was the last thing anyone expected to hear.
74. Everyone laughed when he accidentally let an expletive slip.
75. The expletive echoed in the quiet office.
76. His response was filled with expletives, illustrating his frustration.
77. The expletive added a layer of humor to the conversation.
78. The heated argument was punctuated with expletives from both sides.
79. She cringed after realizing she had just said an expletive.
80. The expletive was a natural reaction to the unexpected news.
81. His casual use of expletives was a reflection of his personality.
82. The expletive was a fitting response to the situation.
83. She had to stifle a laugh at the expletive he used.
84. The expletive was a clear indication of his feelings on the matter.
85. His speech was peppered with expletives, making it more relatable.
86. The expletive was a surprising twist in the otherwise serious discussion.
87. The use of expletives in the film contributed to its rating.
88. The expletive was a spontaneous expression of his frustration.
89. She was embarrassed by the expletive that slipped out.
90. The expletive caught everyone off guard during the meeting.
91. He expressed his disappointment with an expletive.
92. The expletive was used to emphasize his point.
93. The audience gasped at the unexpected expletive.
94. The expletive served as a release for his pent-up emotions.
95. Everyone knew that he had a knack for using expletives.
96. She rolled her eyes at his frequent expletives.
97. The expletive was both shocking and humorous at the same time.
98. His use of expletives was a signature of his style.
99. The expletive was a moment of levity in a serious discussion.
100. The expletive was a testament to the passion behind his words.