Pronunciation: /ˈɡæŋstər/

Definitions of gangster

noun a member of a gang of criminals

Example Sentences

A1 The gangster wore a black hat and carried a gun.

A2 The gangster was arrested by the police for robbery.

B1 The gangster's criminal activities were well-known in the city.

B2 The gangster was involved in a turf war with rival gangs.

C1 The gangster's empire extended across multiple cities, controlling illegal activities.

C2 The gangster's charisma and ruthlessness made him a feared figure in the criminal underworld.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a gangster

Example Sentences

A1 He looked like a gangster with his leather jacket and sunglasses.

A2 The movie was about a gangster who ruled the city with fear.

B1 The gangster lifestyle depicted in the film was glamorized and unrealistic.

B2 The protagonist in the novel was a former gangster trying to turn his life around.

C1 The character's complex motivations and actions blurred the line between hero and gangster.

C2 The director's portrayal of the gangster underworld was gritty and authentic.

Examples of gangster in a Sentence

formal The gangster was arrested for multiple counts of racketeering.

informal That gangster is always causing trouble in the neighborhood.

slang The gangster was flexing his new ride down the block.

figurative She's a gangster when it comes to negotiating business deals.

Grammatical Forms of gangster

plural

gangsters

comparative

more gangster

superlative

most gangster

present tense

gangster

future tense

will gangster

perfect tense

have gangstered

continuous tense

is gangstering

singular

gangster

positive degree

gangster

infinitive

to gangster

gerund

gangstering

participle

gangstered

Origin and Evolution of gangster

First Known Use: 1884 year
Language of Origin: Scottish
Story behind the word: The word 'gangster' originated from the Scottish slang term 'gang,' which referred to a group of people working together or a band of outlaws.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe members of criminal organizations or groups involved in illegal activities, the term 'gangster' has evolved to encompass a broader range of individuals involved in organized crime or illicit activities.