Depraved

Pronunciation: /diːˈpreɪvd/

Depraved (adjective)

  1. Having very bad or evil behavior or character.
  2. Showing actions that are morally wrong or corrupt.

Examples

  • The novel's villain was portrayed as depraved and cruel.
  • Some people believe that certain actions are inherently depraved.

Common collocations: depraved behavior, depraved mind, depraved acts, depraved schemes

Synonyms of Depraved

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Depraved

  • describing moral character
  • describing ethical behavior