scum

[skʌm]

scum Definition

• 1. a layer of unpleasant or unwanted material that forms on the surface of a liquid
• 2. a worthless or contemptible person or group of people

Using scum: Examples

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

• Example

  The scum on the pond was caused by pollution.

• Example

  He's nothing but scum, don't trust him.

• Example

  The scum of society is often marginalized and discriminated against.

scum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scum

• film
• riffraff
• trash
• crud
• dregs

Antonyms for scum

• cream
• elite

Phrases with scum

• scum bag

  a despicable or contemptible person

  Example

  I can't believe he stole from his own grandmother, what a scum bag.

• scum of the earth

  the most despicable or contemptible people in society

  Example

  Human traffickers are the scum of the earth.

• scum off the top

  to remove the layer of unwanted material that has formed on the surface of a liquid

  Example

  Be sure to scum off the top of the soup before serving it.

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Summary: scum in Brief

The term 'scum' [skʌm] refers to a layer of unwanted material that forms on the surface of a liquid, as well as a contemptible or worthless person or group of people. Examples include 'The scum on the pond was caused by pollution.' and 'He's nothing but scum, don't trust him.' Phrases like 'scum bag' and 'scum of the earth' further emphasize the negative connotation of the word.