Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
checkered-past
adjective
/ˈtʃɛkərd pæst/
Definition
A history or past marked by both good and bad events or experiences.
Examples
- Despite his checkered past, he managed to turn his life around.
- The politician’s checkered past was a topic of much debate during the election.
- Her checkered past included many achievements and some missteps.
Meaning
A term used to describe someone’s life or history that has a mixture of positive and negative experiences.
Synonyms
- troubled history
- mixed past
- chaotic background
