scoundrel

noun

scoun·​drel ˈskau̇n-drəl How to pronounce scoundrel (audio)
: a disreputable person : rascal
scoundrel adjective
scoundrelly adjective

Examples of scoundrel in a Sentence

some scoundrel stole my wallet
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That this once-relevant scoundrel's fall from something like grace uplifts so many is a testament to the joy to be found in seeing a cocky operator get his overdue comeuppance. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024 Learning his real father is a world class scoundrel and creep probably was not very fun. Brian Grubb, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2024 But think like a scoundrel for a second, like Star Wars Outlaws asks you to. Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2024 The plot is very old-school Conan Doyle, with scoundrels in sideburns and evil temptresses in gaudy frilly outfits. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scoundrel 

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scoundrel was in 1589

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“Scoundrel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scoundrel. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

scoundrel

noun
scoun·​drel ˈskau̇n-drəl How to pronounce scoundrel (audio)
: a mean or wicked person : villain
scoundrelly adjective

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