Vulgar

/ˈvʌlɡər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The common people; the masses.

The elite often looked down upon the vulgar, believing themselves to be above the masses.

adjective

Lacking sophistication or good taste; unrefined.

His vulgar display of wealth turned many people off.

Commonly spoken or written; vernacular.

The vulgar language of the street was unfamiliar to the tourists.

Characterized by or using offensive or obscene language.

The comedian was known for his vulgar jokes that often crossed the line.

From Latin 'vulgaris', meaning 'common, ordinary'.

vulgar language

Profane or obscene language.

vulgar display of power

A show of force that is obtrusive and heavy-handed.

vulgar comedy

A form of humor that relies on crude jokes and lowbrow themes.

vulgarity

The quality of being vulgar; crude or obscene behavior.

vulgarize

To make something common or less refined.

Rude or indecent behavior.

His comments were so vulgar that people were shocked.

Loud and obnoxious.

She's always making these vulgar jokes at dinner.