What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
whoreson
Example
He's nothing but a filthy whoreson! [whoreson: noun]
Example
Don't you dare speak to me like that, you little whoreson! [whoreson: adjective]
scoundrel
Example
He's a scoundrel who will do anything to get what he wants. [scoundrel: noun]
Example
I can't believe he would stoop so low, what a scoundrel! [scoundrel: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Scoundrel is more commonly used in modern English compared to whoreson. Whoreson is considered an archaic term and is not commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between whoreson and scoundrel?
Both whoreson and scoundrel are considered impolite language and are not appropriate for formal contexts. However, scoundrel is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels compared to whoreson.
