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Definition of gangsterish

gangsterish

/ˈɡæŋstərɪʃ/
gang · ster · ish
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• adjective

1

Resembling, characteristic of, or relating to gangsters or organized crime, especially in using intimidation, ruthlessness, or illicit tactics.

Example

"Critics condemned the company's aggressive, gangsterish tactics for forcing smaller competitors out of the local market."

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• Nearby Words

gangplank
gangrene
gangster
gangsterish
gangsterism
gangway
ganja

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gangsterish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gangsterish
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