Immoral — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmȯr-əl/ im·mor·al

Meaning & Definition of Immoral

Immoral (adjective)

  1. not moral, morally evil or wrong; broadly, conflicting with generally or traditionally held moral principles

Immoral (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable

    "blatantly immoral behavior by members of the clergy that should not be tolerated by the community"

    similar: bad, dark, evil, iniquitous, nefarious, rotten, sinful, unethical, unlawful, unrighteous, unsavory, vicious, vile, villainous, wicked, wrong
    related: base, contemptible, despicable, dirty, disreputable, evil-minded, ignoble, ill, infernal, low, mean, snide, sordid, atrocious, cruel, infamous, nasty, blamable, blameworthy, censurable, objectionable, obscene, offensive, reprehensible, corrupt, debased, debauched, degenerate, depraved, dissolute, libertine, loose, low-minded, perverted, reprobate, scrofulous, sick, unhealthy, cursed, cussed, defiling, noxious, pernicious, pestilential, ugly, ungodly, unwholesome, banned, barred, condemned, discouraged, forbidden, illegal, interdicted, outlawed, prohibited, proscribed, unauthorized, unclean, disallowed, execrable, lousy, miserable, wretched, errant, erring, fallen, unprincipled, unscrupulous, improper, incorrect, indecent, indecorous, naughty, unbecoming, unseemly, vulgar, dishonest, dishonorable
    opposite: decent, ethical, good, honest, honorable, just, moral, right, righteous, sublime, upright, virtuous
    near: elevated, high, high-minded, law-abiding, legitimate, lofty, noble, principled, reputable, scrupulous, allowed, authorized, legal, licensed, permissible, permitted, approved, endorsed, sanctioned, abetted, encouraged, promoted, supported, clean, correct, decent, decorous, exemplary, proper, seemly, blameless, commendable, creditable, guiltless, chaste, immaculate, incorruptible, innocent, inoffensive, irreproachable, lily-white, perfect, pure, spotless, squeaky-clean, uncorrupted, unerring, unfallen, unobjectionable, venerable, white, wholesome, esteemed, respected, upstanding, worthy

  2. not guided by or showing a concern for what is right

    "stealing another's words, even over the Internet, remains an immoral act"

    similar: cutthroat, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical, unprincipled, unscrupulous
    related: merciless, pitiless, remorseless, ruthless, crooked, deceitful, dishonest, jackleg, knavish, corrupt, debased, debauched, decadent, degenerate, degraded, demoralized, depraved, dissipated, libertine, licentious, profligate, cheapjack, dog-eat-dog, opportunistic, calculating, scheming, sharp
    opposite: ethical, moral, principled, scrupulous
    near: conscientious, good, honorable, just, noble, righteous, virtuous

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Immoral

The most common words with a similar meaning to Immoral:

bad, dark, evil, iniquitous, nefarious, rotten, sinful, unethical, unlawful, unrighteous, unsavory, vicious, vile, villainous, wicked, wrong, cutthroat, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unprincipled, unscrupulous

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Immoral

Words with the opposite meaning of Immoral:

decent, ethical, good, honest, honorable, just, moral, right, righteous, sublime, upright, virtuous, principled, scrupulous

Related Words for Immoral

base, contemptible, despicable, dirty, disreputable, evil-minded, ignoble, ill, infernal, low, mean, snide, sordid, atrocious, cruel, infamous, nasty, blamable, blameworthy, censurable, objectionable, obscene, offensive, reprehensible, corrupt, debased, debauched, degenerate, depraved, dissolute

Near Antonyms of Immoral

elevated, high, high-minded, law-abiding, legitimate, lofty, noble, reputable, allowed, authorized, legal, licensed, permissible, permitted, approved, endorsed, sanctioned, abetted, encouraged, promoted, supported, clean, correct, decorous, exemplary, proper, seemly, blameless, commendable, creditable

Word Forms of Immoral

Derived words: immorally (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Immoral

First known use: 1660

Frequently Asked Questions about Immoral

What does "Immoral" mean?

"Immoral" means not moral, morally evil or wrong; broadly, conflicting with generally or traditionally held moral principles. As an adjective, it is defined as: not moral, morally evil or wrong; broadly, conflicting with generally or traditionally held moral principles. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Immoral"?

Other words for "Immoral" include bad, dark, evil, iniquitous, nefarious, rotten, sinful and unethical. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Immoral" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Immoral"?

There are 118 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Immoral". Common alternatives include bad, dark, evil, iniquitous, nefarious, rotten, sinful, unethical, unlawful and unrighteous.

What is the opposite of "Immoral"?

Antonyms of "Immoral" include decent, ethical, good, honest, honorable, just, moral and right. Near antonyms include elevated, high, high-minded and law-abiding.

How do you use "Immoral" in a sentence?

Examples of "Immoral" in a sentence: "blatantly immoral behavior by members of the clergy that should not be tolerated by the community"; "stealing another's words, even over the Internet, remains an immoral act".

Is "Immoral" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Immoral" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Immoral"?

"Immoral" is pronounced /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmȯr-əl/ and divided into syllables as im·mor·al.

What is the origin of the word "Immoral"?

First known use: 1660.