unscrupulous

[ʌnˈskruːpjʊləs]

unscrupulous Definition

having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair.

Using unscrupulous: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was an unscrupulous businessman who would do anything to make a profit.

  • Example

    The journalist was accused of unscrupulous behavior for fabricating sources in her article.

  • Example

    The politician's unscrupulous tactics were exposed during the election campaign.

unscrupulous Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for unscrupulous

Phrases with unscrupulous

  • actions that are dishonest, unethical, or lacking in moral principles

    Example

    The company was fined for its unscrupulous behavior in exploiting workers.

  • unscrupulous practices

    methods or techniques that are dishonest, unethical, or lacking in moral principles

    Example

    The government cracked down on unscrupulous practices in the banking industry.

  • a person who engages in dishonest or unethical business practices

    Example

    The unscrupulous businessman was eventually caught and sent to prison.

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Summary: unscrupulous in Brief

The term 'unscrupulous' [ʌnˈskruːpjʊləs] describes someone who lacks moral principles and is dishonest or unfair. It can be used to describe people who engage in unethical business practices, such as 'He was an unscrupulous businessman who would do anything to make a profit.' 'Unscrupulous' has synonyms like 'unethical' and 'corrupt,' and antonyms like 'honest' and 'ethical.'