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iniquitous

ini·qui·tous

UK/ɪˈnɪkwɪtəs/ US/ɪˈnɪkwɪtəs/ uncommon

adjective

1.

characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin

  • “iniquitous deeds”
  • “he said it was sinful to wear lipstick”
  • “ungodly acts”
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Origin

From iniquity + -ous (suffix forming adjectives indicating the presence of a quality in any degree (typically an abundance)).

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