Definitions
- Describing a morally corrupt or depraved behavior. - Referring to a shameful or disgraceful act. - Talking about a heinous or wicked action that is considered immoral or unethical.
- Describing a morally evil or sinful behavior. - Referring to a malicious or malevolent act. - Talking about a cruel or vicious action that is considered immoral or unethical.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe immoral or unethical behavior.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words are used to criticize someone's actions.
- 4Both words can be used to describe criminal behavior.
- 5Both words imply a lack of moral values.
What is the difference?
- 1Formality: Turpitude is more formal than wickedness.
- 2Usage: Turpitude is less common than wickedness.
- 3Intensity: Turpitude implies a more extreme level of immorality than wickedness.
- 4Scope: Turpitude is often used to describe a specific act, while wickedness can refer to a broader pattern of behavior.
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Remember this!
Turpitude and wickedness are synonyms that describe immoral or unethical behavior. However, turpitude is more formal and less common than wickedness. Turpitude also implies a more extreme level of immorality and is often used to describe a specific act, while wickedness can refer to a broader pattern of behavior.
