Definition

The state of being extremely wicked or criminal; a quality that involves great moral wrongness or evil actions.

Example

The flagitiousness of his actions shocked the entire community.

Conversation

Did you hear about that scandal in the news?

Yeah, it was shocking to see such flagitiousness in our society.

I know, right? It makes you wonder how people can act like that.

Exactly! We need to hold them accountable for their actions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flagitiousness → It is formed from "flagitiosus" (from Latin, meaning wicked or infamous) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "flagitiousness" refers to the state of being wicked or morally reprehensible.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin root 'flagitiosus' which means wicked, and remember that 'flagitiousness' describes the quality of being wicked.

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