scalawag
9 synonyms for scalawag, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A dishonest or worthless man who cannot be trusted.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Of obscure origin, perhaps from the name of the Shetland village of Scalloway (from Old Norse Skálavágr), known for its dwarf ponies and dwarf cattle.
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