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Turpitude

Turpitude Meaning & Definition
Turpitude Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Turpitude?

[n] a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice; "the various turpitudes of modern society"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Turpitude: depravity

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See Also | evildoing | transgression

Turpitude In Webster's Dictionary

\Tur"pi*tude\, n. [L. turpitudo, from turpis foul, base.] Inherent baseness or vileness of principle, words, or actions; shameful wickedness; depravity. --Shak.

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