Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flagitious
Adjective
/fləˈdʒɪʃ.əs/
Definition
Extremely wicked or villainous; openly evil.
Examples
- The flagitious acts of the dictator led to widespread suffering among the population.
- She couldn’t believe the flagitious behavior of some individuals during the protest.
Meaning
The term ‘flagitious’ is used to describe actions that are shockingly immoral or criminal. It conveys a sense of egregious wrongdoing or malevolence.
Synonyms
- wicked
- vicious
- evil
- nefarious
- sinful
