reprobate — a person without moral principles; an unprincipled person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person without moral principles; an unprincipled person
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈreprəbeɪt/
Example Sentences
- Despite being called a reprobate by his neighbors, he continued his wild parties every weekend.
- The old reprobate claimed he was just 'living life to the fullest' while maxing out his credit cards at the casino.
- She reprobated her son's decision to drop out of college and join a rock band.
reprobate
NOUN[/ˈreprəbeɪt/]
a person without moral principles; an unprincipled person
The old reprobate cheats at cards while the tavern crowd groans in disgust.
The reprobate plans elaborate ways to celebrate redemption!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'reprobare' meaning 'to reject' or 'to cast away,' originally used in religious contexts to describe someone rejected by God. The word evolved to describe anyone who is morally corrupt or depraved.
Breakdown
re- (back/against) + prob- (approve/test) + -ate (adjective/noun suffix meaning 'characterized by')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Despite being called a reprobate by his neighbors, he continued his wild parties every weekend.”
“The old reprobate claimed he was just 'living life to the fullest' while maxing out his credit cards at the casino.”
“She reprobated her son's decision to drop out of college and join a rock band.”
“The reprobate uncle always showed up to family dinners uninvited and ate everyone's dessert.”
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