Definition of Reprobate
Reprobate
rep·ro·bate


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a person who is morally corrupt or unprincipled in some way, often used affectionately or humorously;

e.g. He is considered to be a reprobate by most of the townspeople.

(adjective)
unprincipled or morally corrupt in some way, often used affectionately or humorously;

e.g. She was a talented but reprobate individual, so they weren't sure whether to offer her the position.

(verb)
(old) to feel or express disapproval of someone/something, to condemn them as being unacceptable, evil, or unworthy;

e.g. I didn't want to reprobate him because I thought it would hurt his feelings.



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