Turpitude (noun)

Moral wickedness or corruption; depravity.

Origin:

From the latin word "turpitude" meaning "moral wickedness".

Examples:

  1. The politician's actions were a clear example of turpitude.
  2. The CEO was fired for turpitude and violating the company's code of ethics.
  3. The criminal's turpitude was evident in the way he treated his victims.
  4. The turpitude of the regime was exposed when they committed human rights violations.
  5. The turpitude of the individual was reflected in the way they treated their family.
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