Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ruffian
noun
/ˈrʌf.i.ən/
Definition
A violent or unprincipled person.
Examples
- The ruffian threatened anyone who dared to cross his path.
- The streets were notorious for ruffians who caused trouble at night.
- Despite his rough appearance, he wasn’t the ruffian everyone thought he was.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who behaves in a rough or aggressive manner and often engages in criminal activities.
Synonyms
- thug
- bully
- rouge
- scoundrel
- vagabond
