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Ruffian

noun
/ˈrʌfiən/

Meaning

a violent person, especially one involved in crime; a brutal or lawless person
A violent or lawless person; a bully.

Example Sentences

The ruffian threatened the shopkeeper for money.

The ruffians vandalized the shop late at night.

Synonyms

thug, hooligan, criminal, villain, brute, gangster
Entry 1
thug, hooligan, criminal, villain
Entry 2
thug, hooligan, brute, villain, gangster

Antonyms

gentleman, saint, hero, protector, nobleman
Entry 1
gentleman, saint, hero, protector
Entry 2
gentleman, nobleman

Collocations

street ruffian, common ruffian, dangerous ruffian, violent ruffian, gang of ruffians, cruel ruffian
Entry 1
street ruffian, common ruffian, dangerous ruffian
Entry 2
street ruffian, violent ruffian, gang of ruffians, cruel ruffian

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