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Depravity

Verb / dɪˈprævʌti: / Another word for depravity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Depravity means moral corruption or wickedness.

Synonyms & similar words

putrefaction degeneracy depravation turpitude corruption corruption immorality sinfulness wickedness debauchery licentiousness vice evil baseness decadence degradation dissipation impurity iniquity perversity turpitude vileness wrongdoing sin badness

Example sentences

  1. The depravity of the criminal's actions was shocking.
  2. The book was about the depravity of human nature.
  3. The movie showed the depravity of society.
  4. The politician's depravity was exposed in the scandal.
  5. The teacher was disgusted by the depravity of the students' behavior.

Quotes

  • 'The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they oppress.' - Frederick Douglass
  • 'The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.' - Albert Einstein
  • 'Evil is a source of moral intelligence insofar as it challenges us to clarify our own moral stances.' - Susan Neiman

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