rogue
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /roʊɡ/
KK: /roʊg/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that behaves in an unpredictable, dangerous, or uncontrolled way, often outside of normal rules or standards.
Example
The rogue wave surprised the sailors, towering over their ship.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more rogue
Superlative: most rogue
Conversation
Did you hear about that rogue wave that hit the beach last weekend?
Yeah, it was crazy! I can't believe how unpredictable nature can be.
Right? It's like you never know when something rogue will just appear out of nowhere.
Exactly, and it really makes you appreciate the calm days even more.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
uncontrolled
wild
deviant
Antonyms
controlled
lawful
predictable
intransitive verb
Definition
To remove unhealthy or unwanted plants from a group, often to improve the overall health of the remaining plants.
Example
The gardener decided to rogue the sickly plants from the flower bed to ensure the others could thrive.
Tense Forms
Past: rogued
Past Participle: rogued
Conversation
I think I need to rogue some of the plants in my garden.
Oh really? What’s wrong with them?
They’re not growing properly, so I guess it's time to remove the bad ones.
noun
Definition
A person who is dishonest or untrustworthy, often behaving in a mischievous or playful way.
Example
The rogue tricked everyone into believing his lies.
Conversation
Did you hear about that rogue who stole the show at the talent show last weekend?
Yeah, I heard he was quite the character!
I can't believe he managed to charm everyone, even though he was such a rogue.
transitive verb
Definition
To cheat or trick someone, often in a dishonest way.
Example
The con artist tried to rogue the unsuspecting tourists out of their money.
Tense Forms
Past: rogue
Past Participle: rogue
Conversation
Did you hear about the gardener who had to rogue some of the plants?
No, what happened?
Apparently, some of them were diseased and needed to be removed.
Root Explanation
Rogue originates from the Old French word *rogue*, meaning a beggar or a scoundrel. The term was used to describe someone who was deceitful or untrustworthy, often living outside the law.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for a scoundrel — that's why 'rogue' refers to someone who is deceitful or untrustworthy.
Visually Confused Words
trogue
drogue
brogue
roue
sprogue
pirogue
broguer
vogue