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miscreant

[mis-kree-uhnt]

miscreant Definition

  • 1a person who behaves badly or in a way that breaks the law
  • 2a heretic or infidel

Using miscreant: Examples

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

  • Example

    The miscreant was arrested for stealing from the store.

  • Example

    The town was plagued by miscreants who vandalized public property.

  • Example

    The priest accused him of being a miscreant and a heretic.

  • Example

    The miscreant was excommunicated from the church.

miscreant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for miscreant

Antonyms for miscreant

  • law-abiding citizen
  • upright person

Idioms Using miscreant

  • a criminal who is still free and has not been caught by the authorities

    Example

    The police issued a warning to the public about the miscreant at large.

  • a person who is exceptionally bad or evil

    Example

    The serial killer was a miscreant of the worst kind.

  • a person who is seen as a threat to the well-being of society

    Example

    The government vowed to take action against the miscreants of society.

Phrases with miscreant

  • an action that is illegal or immoral

    Example

    He was punished for his miscreant act of stealing.

  • behavior that is unacceptable or goes against social norms

    Example

    The school principal warned the students against miscreant behavior.

  • miscreant beliefs

    beliefs that are considered to be contrary to accepted religious or moral standards

    Example

    The inquisitors accused him of holding miscreant beliefs.

Origins of miscreant

from Old French 'mescreant', meaning 'unbelieving'

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Summary: miscreant in Brief

The term 'miscreant' [mis-kree-uhnt] refers to a person who behaves badly or breaks the law, or a heretic or infidel. It can be used to describe criminals, wrongdoers, and offenders, as well as those who hold beliefs that go against accepted religious or moral standards. Phrases like 'a miscreant at large' and 'a miscreant of the worst kind' denote exceptional cases of criminality or evil.