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  1. 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?

  2. 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 …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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: …

  5. 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 …

  6. What is a good synonym for "badass" that would be usable in a …

    What is a good synonym for "badass" that would be usable in a high school setting? Ask Question Asked 14 years, 5 months ago Modified 8 years, 2 months ago

  7. 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 …

  8. Correct usage of replacing cuss words with symbols

    I've noticed that symbols (i.e. #, $, %, !, *, etc.) are commonly used to filter profanity/foul language. Just out of curiosity, is there a specific way to do this. I've noticed sometimes there i...

  9. 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.

  10. Rules for hyphens in words and phrases

    Mar 20, 2014 · What are general rules for when hyphens are used in words such as "bad-ass" or "well-deserved". Could someone explain what kinds of words/phrases those are?