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scurvy Antonyms

Opposite of scurvy

Because the opposite of scurvy shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Worthless, contemptible, or base (now chiefly archaic or humorous).

Usage Example

"In classic maritime tales, the captain often denounces the mutineers as a band of noble knaves."

Strongest
noble
honorable
Strong
admirable
worthy

• adjective (Context 2)

Affected with scurvy or covered with scurf and scabs.

Usage Example

"The ship's surgeon treated the healthy sailors with fresh citrus juice upon reaching port."

Strong
healthy

Similar words to scurvy

Words similar to scurvy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

scorbutic
scorbutus
despicable
contemptible
scurfy
base
vile
scabby
See all synonyms of scurvy

• Nearby Words

scummy
scupper
scurry
scurvy
scuttle
scuttlebutt
scuzz

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Scurvy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/scurvy
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