Synonyms for Scurvy
Definition of scurvy
adjective
- of the most contemptible kind; "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"
noun
- a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "scurvy"
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"Scurvy" in song lyrics
See how scurvy is used in real songs:
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"And by 70 definitely cold and scurvy"
Pegz f/ Hilltop Hoods — This Is For Life -
"sores scabs and scurvy"
AOL — AOL -
"cures for scurvy"
AOL — AOL