Where does the slang word "bad" + "ass" (badass) come from?
Aug 31, 2014 · What is the origin of the word badass? Why a "bad" ass/"bad" + "ass"? What is an ass that is bad and how can an ass that is bad describe a tough person?
Does "Bad Ass!" have a positive or negative meaning?
Oct 26, 2015 · We've got a badass over here!", which is commonly used in internet flame-wars against so-called "internet tough guys". The positive meaning of "bad ass" or "badass" is derived from the …
What is a polite substitute for badass (used as a noun)?
Badass and BAMF are both modern words with approximately the same meaning: "Someone who is awesome to an extreme level, thereby leveraging unquestionable authority." Is there another noun or …
What is a good synonym for "badass" that would be usable in a high ...
What is a good synonym for "badass" that would be usable in a high school setting? Ask Question Asked 14 years, 7 months ago Modified 8 years, 3 months ago
single word requests - Formal synonym for "badass" as a noun
Closed 11 years ago. This question discusses formal synonyms for "badass" as an adjective, but I am asking for a noun usable in a somewhat formal setting with the same connotation and meaning. A …
What does "XP and Loot effects work through Level 10" mean?
Jun 23, 2020 · In the video game, Borderlands 3, there is a shield, called a "Deluxe Badass Combustor", which boosts experience gain and and item drop rarity. In its description, it says: XP and Loot effects …
Are there any archaic words in older strands of English that ...
A badass may be any one of these things however none of them imply that the individual is badass. A cut-purse or pickpocket would be a ruffian and a younger one a rapscallion however its unlikely you …
Another word for pretending to be something they're not
Jan 14, 2021 · Can you give more details? It will depend on the nature and purpose of the pretence. For instance if they're trying to deceive someone, trick them out of money, or just prone to exaggeration …
A single word synonym for "A person not to mess with"
Jan 9, 2019 · A badass is generally seen as a compliment - you wouldn't use it for someone you didn't like. Saying they weren't to be messed with covers all areas.
Etymology of "div" meaning "a stupid or foolish person"
Acting like a div yesterday: a stupid or foolish person I started to wonder how this term of abuse came about. Urban Dictionary has a quaint tale: Actually originates from prison slang in the UK...