reprobate
/ˈɹɛpɹəbət/
Group 32Difficulty 2/3
Definitions
- (noun)
- An unprincipled person GRE
- (adjective)
- Unprincipled; morally depraved GRE
Example in Context
The self-described reprobate had, in his later years, undergone a transformation that charitable observers attributed to genuine remorse.
Synonyms
scoundrelvillainrogue
Etymology
From Latin meaning 'to disapprove,' REPROBATE describes someone unprincipled or morally wrong.
- reprobare (Latin) — to disapprove
Memory Aid
🚫Sounds like “repro bad”
Imagine a REPROBATE so BAD he gets a 'REPRO BAD' sticker on his forehead!
Visual Association
👹A villainous character sneering while pulling various pranks and schemes without remorse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “reprobate” mean on the GRE?
reprobate (noun) means “An unprincipled person”. The self-described reprobate had, in his later years, undergone a transformation that charitable observers attributed to genuine remorse.
How to remember “reprobate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “reprobate” sounds like “repro bad”. Imagine a REPROBATE so BAD he gets a 'REPRO BAD' sticker on his forehead!
What are synonyms for “reprobate”?
Common synonyms: scoundrel, villain, rogue.