scalawag

The word “scalawag” has 3 syllables: scal-a-wag

It's pronounced as /ˈskæləˌwæɡ/


What is synonym and antonym for scalawag?

In the thesaurus, “scalawag” has 74 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for scalawag along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for scalawag

Antonyms for scalawag

Meanings of scalawag

  • noun
    1. A scrawny cow.
    2. A rascal.
    3. Any white Southerner who supported the federal plan of Reconstruction after the American Civil War or who joined with the black freedmen and the carpetbaggers in support of Republican Party policies.

Example Sentences

  • The old pirate was a charming scalawag with a mischievous grin.
  • Everyone in town knew the boy was a little scalawag, always playing pranks.
  • That sneaky scalawag tricked us into giving up our best seats.
  • The movie’s villain was portrayed as a cunning scalawag with a soft spot for cats.
  • Grandpa used to call his younger brother a scalawag whenever he got into trouble.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scalawag, such as: angel, assassin, baddie, baddy, bandit, beast, blackguard.

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baddie

baddy

caitiff

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