Blackguardism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈblæɡɑːdɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Blackguardism is a noun meaning Synonym of blackguardry.
Meaning
Synonym of blackguardry.
Example Sentences
swindlery and blackguardism
Collectively, I think, but am not certain, they are the worst men in the regiment so far as genial blackguardism goes.
The shoutings of the mob exhilarated the pelters and induced many who came as spectators to join in the mischief, and when the blackguardism had reached its height, it was no longer in the power of the constables to stay it, every sort of missile was thrown, a dead cat was a treat, a live one a still greater treat, and woe to the poor animal who fell into the hands of the miscreants.
Word Forms
- blackguardisms
Synonyms for blackguardism
Depending on context, synonyms include blackguardry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blackguardry, blackleggism, blacklegism, ingallantry, blackening, ungallantry.
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