Scrupulous and Vile

Scrupulous

Scrupulous adjective - Guided by or in accordance with one's sense of right and wrong.
Usage example: an exemplar of morality who was scrupulous in all of his dealings

Vile is an antonym for scrupulous.

Vile

Vile adjective - Not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable.
Usage example: a vile plot to murder their political enemies

Scrupulous is an antonym for vile.

Nearby Words: vilify, vilely
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