asshole
Americannoun
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anus.
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Slang.
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a stupid, mean, or contemptible person.
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the worst part of a place or thing.
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adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
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Etymology
Origin of asshole
Explanation
Asshole is a vulgar (dirty) slang word. Besides the literal meaning, it’s a common word for a jerk or idiot. If you call someone an asshole, they're probably doing something not just stupid and annoying, but mean. Like all slang words and obscenities, this is a word you need to be careful about using. Saying asshole in class, in a paper, at a job interview, or even on television could get you in serious trouble. If you’re not alone with your buddies, stick to a safer word like jerk or doofus.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
In an age of uncertainty, Reddit’s Am I the Asshole? forum exists to tell it to us straight.
From The Guardian • Oct. 22, 2020
Ever since Bob Sutton wrote The No Asshole Rule, there's been a pretty broad movement underway to eradicate dysfunctional jerks from the workplace.
From Inc • Mar. 21, 2013
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