Bawdy house is a term used to refer to a brothel or a house of prostitution. While the term is widely recognized, it has gained a negative connotation over the years. This has prompted the use of alternative terms in modern English. Some of the synonyms for bawdy house include a bordello, a whorehouse, a brothel, and a house of ill repute. Additionally, some people use the term "red-light district" to refer to areas where prostitution is prevalent. All these expressions aim to describe the same type of establishment, but they are preferred for their less controversial nature. The terms have gained acceptance and are now widely used in mainstream communication.