noun

rotter

Rotter (noun) means a despicable or thoroughly unpleasant person (dated, chiefly British). Example: “He's a real rotter for cheating on the exam.”

noun

A despicable or thoroughly unpleasant person (dated, chiefly British).

"He's a real rotter for cheating on the exam."

How to use rotter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned, mild British insult for someone behaving badly.

When to use it

Distinctly dated and British — sounds like something from a 1930s novel; rare in modern speech.

Word forms

rotters plural, Rotters plural

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Etymology

Formed from rot plus the agent suffix -er.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for rotter

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rotter” mean?

The word “rotter” means a despicable or thoroughly unpleasant person (dated, chiefly British). In plain terms, an old-fashioned, mild British insult for someone behaving badly.

How do you use “rotter” in a sentence?

Here is “rotter” used in a sentence: “He's a real rotter for cheating on the exam.”

What part of speech is “rotter”?

“Rotter” is a noun.

What is the meaning of rotter?

"rotter" (noun) means a despicable or thoroughly unpleasant person (dated, chiefly British).

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