Unprincipled

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈprɪnsəpəld/

Definitions of unprincipled

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, describing someone or something as lacking moral principles or ethics.

Example Sentences

A1 The unprincipled man stole money from his own mother.

A2 She was shocked to discover her friend's unprincipled behavior.

B1 The unprincipled politician was caught accepting bribes.

B2 The company's unprincipled business practices led to a scandal.

C1 The unprincipled CEO was eventually fired for embezzlement.

C2 The unprincipled actions of the dictator caused suffering for millions of people.

Examples of unprincipled in a Sentence

formal The unprincipled behavior of the company's executives led to a major scandal.

informal I can't believe how unprincipled some people can be when it comes to making money.

slang That guy is so unprincipled, he'll do anything to get ahead.

figurative His unprincipled actions left a trail of destruction in his wake.

Grammatical Forms of unprincipled

• past tense: unprincipled
• plural: unprincipled
• comparative: more unprincipled
• superlative: most unprincipled
• present tense: unprincipled
• future tense: will be unprincipled
• perfect tense: has been unprincipled
• continuous tense: is being unprincipled
• singular: unprincipled
• positive degree: unprincipled
• infinitive: to be unprincipled
• gerund: being unprincipled
• participle: unprincipled

Origin and Evolution of unprincipled

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'unprincipled' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'principled' which comes from the Latin word 'principium' meaning 'beginning' or 'foundation'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone lacking moral principles or ethics, the word 'unprincipled' has evolved to also refer to individuals who act without regard for rules or standards.