scoundrelly

[ skoun-druh-lee ]

adjective

1. having the character of a scoundrel; unscrupulous; villainous.
2. of or like a scoundrel.

Word History and Origins

Origin of scoundrelly¹

First recorded in 1780–90; scoundrel + -ly

Example Sentences

But, sir, surely you would not pander to a scoundrelly taste?

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You shall have the wine gratis, and of far better quality than what you get at the scoundrelly "Swan."

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“Of your scoundrelly rabble, sir,” cried Scarlett, turning upon him fiercely.

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This peace, the peace of Campo Formio, was for both sides a thoroughly scoundrelly and ultimately a disastrous bargain.

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There was an immense laugh from four hundred people round about us, and the scoundrelly Dawdley joined in the yell.

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Related Words

• deceitful
• deceptive
• malicious
• misleading