Definition

Having bad morals or being very wicked; showing a lack of good character.

Example

The story revolves around a depraved villain who commits terrible acts.

Conversation

Did you hear about that movie everyone's talking about?

Yeah, I heard it has some really depraved scenes.

I can't believe they would make something so disturbing.

I know, right? It's surprising how far some films will go.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Depraved → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "pravus" (meaning crooked or morally wrong in Latin). The word "depraved" describes a state of being morally corrupted or twisted away from what is right.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'twisted away' ('de-') from what is 'right' ('pravus') — that's why depraved means morally corrupted.

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