Definition

A person who does bad things or behaves in a criminal way.

Example

The miscreant was caught stealing from the store.

Conversation

Did you hear about that miscreant who was caught stealing from the store?

Yeah, I did! It's surprising how some people can be so reckless.

I know, right? It makes you wonder what's going on in their minds.

Exactly! It's hard to believe anyone would choose that path.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miscreant → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrong or bad) and "creant" (from Latin "creare", meaning to create or make). The word describes someone who is made or behaves in a wrong or bad way, often referring to a villain or wrongdoer.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'made' ('creant') to do 'wrong' ('mis-') — that's why a miscreant is a person who behaves badly.

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