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
