Caitiff and Hoodlum

Caitiff

Caitiff noun - A mean, evil, or unprincipled person.
Usage example: upon entering the store, I was beset by a caitiff in the guise of a salesman set on separating me from my money
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Synonyms for Caitiff

Hoodlum and caitiff are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hoodlum" instead a noun "Caitiff".

Hoodlum

Hoodlum noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Synonyms for Hoodlum

Caitiff and hoodlum are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Caitiff" instead a noun "Hoodlum".
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