Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knave
noun
/neɪv/
Definition
A knave is a deceitful, untrustworthy, or dishonest person.
Examples
- Despite his charming smile, many considered him a knave for his underhanded tactics.
- The knave tricked the villagers into believing his fake story.
Meaning
The term knave is often used to describe someone who is unscrupulous or behaves in a treacherous manner. It has historical roots in Middle English, originally meaning a male servant or boy, but has evolved into a term for a rogue or scoundrel.
Synonyms
- rascal
- scoundrel
- rogue
- fraud
- deceiver
