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Hardass vs Badass - What's the difference?

hardass | badass |

As nouns the difference between hardass and badass

is that hardass is an alternative spelling of lang=en while badass is a mean or belligerent person; a person with extreme attitudes, behavior or appearance.

As an adjective badass is

having extreme appearance, attitude, or behavior that is considered admirable.

hardass

English

Noun

(hardasses)

    • badass

    English

    Alternative forms

    * bad-ass

    Noun

    (es)
  • (US, slang) A mean or belligerent person; a person with extreme attitudes, behavior or appearance.
    • Don't mess with that guy, he's a real badass .

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • (US, slang) Having extreme appearance, attitude, or behavior that is considered admirable.
    • That tough guy looks badass .

    Usage notes

    * See cool (senses 3-7). * Compare wicked (sense 2) * See (etymology 2)

    Synonyms

    * (admirable) cool, awesome