scallywag
9 synonyms for scallywag, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A dishonest, worthless person who cannot be relied on.
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
The origin is unknown.
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