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Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes - Adjectives of Negative Moral Traits

These adjectives describe vices and unethical qualities that reflect dishonesty, cruelty, deceitfulness, and lack of integrity.

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Categorized English Adjectives of Abstract Human Attributes
dishonest
[Adjective]

not truthful or trustworthy, often engaging in immoral behavior

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guilty
[Adjective]

responsible for an illegal act or wrongdoing

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immoral
[Adjective]

acting in a way that goes against accepted moral standards or principles

Ex: Deliberately causing harm to innocent beings is universally condemned immoral conduct .
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evil
[Adjective]

(of a person) dishonest, cruel, and taking pleasure in causing harm or suffering to others

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unfair
[Adjective]

lacking fairness or justice in treatment or judgment

Ex: She felt it unfair that her hard work was n't recognized while others received promotions easily .
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racist
[Adjective]

showing discrimination or prejudice against people of a certain race or ethnic group

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sexist
[Adjective]

discriminating against people based on their gender

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unjust
[Adjective]

not fair or reasonable, lacking equality and fairness in treatment or decision-making

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infamous
[Adjective]

well-known for a bad quality or deed

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notorious
[Adjective]

widely known for something negative or unfavorable

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corrupt
[Adjective]

using one's power or authority to do illegal things for personal gain or financial benefit

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malicious
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intending to cause harm or distress to others

Ex: The arsonist set fire to the building malicious intent to cause destruction .
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naughty
[Adjective]

(typically of children) behaving badly or disobeying rules

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dodgy
[Adjective]

not trustworthy or reliable

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hypocritical
[Adjective]

acting in a way that is different from what one claims to believe or value

Ex: Ithypocritical for the company to promote equality in its advertisements while paying female employees less than their male counterparts .
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obscene
[Adjective]

created to provoke indecent thoughts or desires

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greedy
[Adjective]

having an excessive and intense desire for something, especially wealth, possessions, or power

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manipulative
[Adjective]

influencing or controlling others in an unfair or deceptive way, often to achieve one's own goals

Ex: manipulative boss played employees against each other to maintain power and control in the workplace .
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deceitful
[Adjective]

displaying behavior that hides true intentions or feelings to mislead or trick

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vindictive
[Adjective]

having a strong desire to harm others

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disloyal
[Adjective]

failing to remain faithful to a person, group, or cause

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unscrupulous
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having no moral principles and willing to do anything to achieve one's goals

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condescending
[Adjective]

behaving in a way that makes others feel inferior or belittled

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intolerant
[Adjective]

not open to accept beliefs, opinions, or lifestyles that are unlike one's own

Ex: The leaderintolerant stance on immigration led to division within the political party .
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base
[Adjective]

completely lacking moral or honorable purpose or character

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disrespectful
[Adjective]

behaving or talking in a way that is inconsiderate or offensive to a person or thing

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decadent
[Adjective]

having or showing a luxurious and indulgent lifestyle, often considered excessive or morally questionable

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cheeky
[Adjective]

showing impolite behavior in a manner that is amusing or endearing

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treacherous
[Adjective]

inclined to deceive or betray others for personal gain or advantage

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heinous
[Adjective]

extremely evil or shockingly wicked in a way that deeply disturbs or offends

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malevolent
[Adjective]

having or showing a strong desire to harm others

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