lowlife

[ˈloʊlaɪf]

lowlife Definition

a person who is considered to be despicable or contemptible.

Using lowlife: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lowlife" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was a lowlife who took advantage of vulnerable people.

  • Example

    The town was full of lowlifes and criminals.

  • Example

    I don't want to associate with that kind of lowlife.

lowlife Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with lowlife

  • to live in a way that is considered immoral or disreputable

    Example

    After he lost his job, he started to live the low life, drinking and gambling all day.

  • a lowlife scumbag

    an extremely derogatory term for someone who is considered to be the lowest of the low

    Example

    He's not just a criminal, he's a lowlife scumbag who preys on the weak and vulnerable.

  • a person who is considered to be a failure in life and has no redeeming qualities

    Example

    He's been unemployed for years and spends all his time playing video games. He's a real lowlife loser.

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Summary: lowlife in Brief

'Lowlife' [ˈloʊlaɪf] refers to a person who is considered despicable or contemptible. It is often used to describe criminals or those who take advantage of others. 'Lowlife' can be used in phrases like 'live the low life,' which means to live immorally, and 'a lowlife scumbag,' which is an extremely derogatory term for someone who is considered the lowest of the low.

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