Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scumbag

noun
/ˈskʌmˌbæɡ/
Definition
A scumbag is a derogatory term for a person who is considered to be vile, despicable, or untrustworthy.
Examples
  • The politician was labeled a scumbag after the scandal broke.
  • He was known as a scumbag for cheating his friends in business deals.
  • Many considered her a scumbag for spreading rumors about her coworkers.
Meaning
It is often used to describe someone who behaves in a morally reprehensible way, especially in relation to others.
Synonyms
  • rascal
  • rogue
  • scoundrel
  • lowlife
  • creep