Why are some words considered cuss words and others not. Words are very powerful and word usage is extremely important. Unfortunately, we are living in a society that seems to have forgotten the basics of language. A simple answer would be that the meaning behind the word makes it acceptable or unacceptable.
Veterinarians use the word bitch on a regular basis, and think nothing of it.
The meaning of the word is a female dog. It is a fine word to use in that profession, or for anyone else who is honestly referring to a female dog. People have taken that word and distorted its meaning, making it derogatory. When used in that manner, it is not acceptable because it is degrading another person created in the image of God and whom God loves very much. Let's look at the word hell.