1. a word or phrase used to express anger or annoyance
2. a prayer or invocation for harm or evil to befall someone
3. something that causes great trouble or suffering

1. to use offensive language, especially as an expression of anger
2. to invoke or wish harm upon someone

Examples

• He muttered a curse under his breath when he dropped his keys.
• The old woman placed a curse on the village that had wronged her.
• Poverty has been the curse of this region for decades.
• She cursed loudly when she stubbed her toe.
• The witch cursed the prince to sleep for a hundred years.
• Traffic jams are the curse of city living.
• He cursed his bad luck after missing the train.