English adjective: scurvy | |||
1. | scurvy of the most contemptible kind | ||
Samples | Abject cowardice. A low stunt to pull. A low-down sneak. His miserable treatment of his family. You miserable skunk!. A scummy rabble. A scurvy trick. | ||
Synonyms | abject, low, low-down, miserable, scummy | ||
Similar | contemptible | ||
Antonyms | estimable | ||
English noun: scurvy | |||
1. | scurvy (state) a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) | ||
Synonyms | scorbutus | ||
Broader (hypernym) | avitaminosis, hypovitaminosis | ||