Antonyms for hardcore


Grammar : Adj
Spell : hahrd-kawr, -kohr
Phonetic Transcription : ˈhɑrdˈkɔr, -ˈkoʊr


Definition of hardcore

Origin :
  • also hard-core; 1936 (n.); 1951 (adj.); from hard + core. Original use seems to be among economists and sociologists. Extension to pornography is attested by 1966. Also the name of a surfacing material.
  • As in inveterate : adj long-standing, established
  • As in lascivious : adj sexually aroused; displaying excessive interest in sex
  • As in lewd : adj vulgar, indecent
  • As in raunchy : adj lewd, obscene
  • As in stern : adj serious, authoritarian
  • As in true-blue : adj honest and faithful
  • As in uncompromising : adj stubborn
  • As in unyielding : adj steadfast, resolute
  • As in vulgar : adj rude, offensive
  • As in X-rated : adj pornographic
  • As in liege : adj faithful
  • As in faithful : adj loyal, reliable
  • As in hard-core : adj dedicated
  • As in hard-line : adj firm
  • As in headstrong : adj stubborn
Example sentences :
  • After me, she was hands-down the most hardcore player in our group.
  • Extract from : « Little Brother » by Cory Doctorow

Synonyms for hardcore

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