Unprincipled — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈprin(t)-s(ə-)pəld/ un·prin·ci·pled

Meaning & Definition of Unprincipled

Unprincipled (adjective)

  1. lacking moral principles, unscrupulous

Unprincipled (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

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

    "an unprincipled businessman who made a lot of money—and didn't care how he did it"

    similar: cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical, 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 Unprincipled

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unprincipled:

cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical, unscrupulous

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unprincipled

Words with the opposite meaning of Unprincipled:

ethical, moral, principled, scrupulous

Related Words for Unprincipled

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

Near Antonyms of Unprincipled

conscientious, good, honorable, just, noble, righteous, virtuous

Word Forms of Unprincipled

Derived words: unprincipledness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Unprincipled

First known use: 1644

Frequently Asked Questions about Unprincipled

What does "Unprincipled" mean?

"Unprincipled" means lacking moral principles, unscrupulous. As an adjective, it is defined as: lacking moral principles, unscrupulous.

What is another word for "Unprincipled"?

Other words for "Unprincipled" include cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical and unscrupulous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unprincipled" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unprincipled"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unprincipled". Common alternatives include cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical and unscrupulous.

What is the opposite of "Unprincipled"?

Antonyms of "Unprincipled" include ethical, moral, principled and scrupulous. Near antonyms include conscientious, good, honorable and just.

How do you use "Unprincipled" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unprincipled" in a sentence: "an unprincipled businessman who made a lot of money—and didn't care how he did it".

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

"Unprincipled" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unprincipled"?

"Unprincipled" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈprin(t)-s(ə-)pəld/ and divided into syllables as un·prin·ci·pled.

What is the origin of the word "Unprincipled"?

First known use: 1644.