Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wrong-un
noun
/ˈrɒŋ.ən/

Definition
A person who is considered to be dishonest or unscrupulous.

Examples
- After getting caught cheating, everyone saw him as a bit of a wrong-un.
- She always warned her kids to stay away from that wrong-un down the street.

Meaning
The term ‘wrong-un’ is often used to refer to someone who engages in immoral or illegal activities, typically with no regard for the rules or for how their actions affect others.

Synonyms
- rascal
- rogue
- scoundrel
- crook
- villain