Other words commonly used to describe profane language or its use include : cuss , curse , derogatory language , swearing , expletive , oath , bad word , dirty word , strong language , irreverent language , obscene language , choice words , blasphemous language , foul language , and bad language .

Profanities can also be called swear words , curse -LRB- `` cuss '' -RRB- words , dirty words , bad words , foul language , obscenity or obscene language , or expletives .
