Adjective, adverb
2. DefinitionsAdjective: more unpleasant, difficult, or severe than before or than something else
Adverb: more badly or ill than before
3. PronunciationsUS: /wɔrs/
UK: /wɜːs/
4. Origin and UsageThe word "worse" originated from the Old English word "wyrsa," which means "worse" or "inferior." It has been in use since the 12th century and is commonly used in both spoken and written English.
5. SynonymsAdjective: inferior, poorer, more severe, more unpleasant, more difficult
Adverb: more badly, more ill, more poorly
6. Related WordsWorst, words, works
7. Example SentencesAdjective: The weather today is worse than yesterday.
Adverb: She felt worse after taking the medicine.