Synonyms for Immoral
Definition of immoral
adjective
- deliberately violating accepted principles of right and wrong
- not adhering to ethical or moral principles; "base and unpatriotic motives"; "a base, degrading way of life"; "cheating is dishonorable"; "they considered colonialism immoral"; "unethical practices in handling public funds"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "immoral"
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"Immoral" in song lyrics
See how immoral is used in real songs:
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"Well I've heard about those parties, they're immoral."
Insane Clown Posse — Lil' Somethin' Somethin' -
"Everything you represent is immoral"
Pharoahe Monch f/ MeLa Machinko — Let's Go -
"abortion legal but immoral"
AOL — AOL