English · Slang Attested

bad rap

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Meaning · English

An undeservedly poor reputation.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Brussels sprouts get a bad rap: many kids hate them before they ever taste them.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “bad rap” mean?

An undeservedly poor reputation.

Is “bad rap” formal or informal?

bad rap is generally slang.

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