Profanity is often:

• a weak attempt to appear strong.
• an insincere use of words that ignores their literal meaning.
• insult language that can easily create a hostile environment.
• an intimidated attempt to appear intimidating.
• a lack of self-control.
• an irrational and subjective use of the power of speech.
• a way to alienate people who want to keep their mind positive.
• adolescent talk masquerading as adult language.
• a limited vocabulary.
• a coverup for fear.
• the way to cuss and provoke a fuss.
• a way to use words without thinking.
• a means of making a phrase sound like a tantrum.
• the compulsive attempt to appear in control.
• a way to get rid of people who want meaningful conversation.
• the manifestation of a desire to bully.
• a bad habit that a lot of people would like to overcome.
• a sign of insecurity.
• a lack of originality.
• an example of being in bondage to a chain of vulgar thought.