Unscrupulous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈskrü-pyə-ləs/ un·scru·pu·lous

Meaning & Definition of Unscrupulous

Unscrupulous (adjective)

  1. not scrupulous, unprincipled

Unscrupulous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

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

    "an unscrupulous businessman manipulated them into selling their land for practically nothing"

    similar: cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical, unprincipled
    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 Unscrupulous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unscrupulous:

cutthroat, immoral, Machiavellian, unconscionable, unethical, unprincipled

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unscrupulous

Words with the opposite meaning of Unscrupulous:

ethical, moral, principled, scrupulous

Related Words for Unscrupulous

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 Unscrupulous

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

Word Forms of Unscrupulous

Derived words: unscrupulously (adverb), unscrupulousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Unscrupulous

First known use: 1803

Frequently Asked Questions about Unscrupulous

What does "Unscrupulous" mean?

"Unscrupulous" means not scrupulous, unprincipled. As an adjective, it is defined as: not scrupulous, unprincipled.

What is another word for "Unscrupulous"?

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

What are different ways to say "Unscrupulous"?

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

What is the opposite of "Unscrupulous"?

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

How do you use "Unscrupulous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unscrupulous" in a sentence: "an unscrupulous businessman manipulated them into selling their land for practically nothing".

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

"Unscrupulous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unscrupulous"?

"Unscrupulous" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈskrü-pyə-ləs/ and divided into syllables as un·scru·pu·lous.

What is the origin of the word "Unscrupulous"?

First known use: 1803.