ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Scoundrel

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈskaʊ̯ndɹəl/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Scoundrel is a noun meaning A mean, worthless fellow; a rascal; a villain; a person without honor or virtue.

Meaning

A mean, worthless fellow; a rascal; a villain; a person without honor or virtue.

Example Sentences

Go! if your ancient but ignoble blood / Has crept thro' Scoundrels ever ſince the Flood.

Word Forms

Synonyms for scoundrel

Depending on context, synonyms include antimodel, baddie, bastard, beggar, blackguard, bounder.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include villain, losel, lowlife, rascal, rogue, badass.

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