Unprincipled
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʌnˈpɹɪnsɪpəld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unprincipled is an adjective meaning Lacking moral values.
Meaning
Lacking moral values.
Example Sentences
But side by side with it was a baser conspiracy, among the more unprincipled and desperate friends of James, for the assassination of the King.
That’s what Joe Biden did. His pardon of his son Hunter was understandable from a paternal perspective (what father wants to see his son in prison?), but it was inexcusably unprincipled.
Early in his career, Trump apprenticed himself to Roy Cohn, an unprincipled lawyer who taught the young Trump how to gain wealth and influence through ruthless bullying, profane braggadocio, opportunistic bigotry, baseless lawsuits, lying, and more lying. Yet as Trump’s “fixer” with politicians, judges and mob bosses, Cohn remained utterly loyal to Trump and his father, Fred.
Synonyms for unprincipled
Depending on context, synonyms include licentious, immoral, dishonorable, dishonourable.
Antonyms for unprincipled
Common opposites include principled.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include immoral, dishonorable, dishonourable, amoral, unscrupulous, principes.
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