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Definition of scoundrel

scoundrel

/ˈskaʊn.drəl/
scoun · drel
Plural:scoundrels
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Adjective:scoundrelly
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scoundrel Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A dishonest, unscrupulous, or unprincipled person; a rogue or villain.

Example

"The novel tells the story of a charming scoundrel who swindles wealthy aristocrats out of their fortunes."

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• Nearby Words

scots
scottie
scottsdale
scoundrel
scour
scourer
scourge

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century, probably related to the older Scottish and northern English verb scunner ('to shrink back in disgust or loathing') combined with the diminutive suffix -rel.

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