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rogue

 

[ rəʊɡ ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

adventurous

A dishonest or unprincipled man.

Synonyms

knave, rascal, scoundrel, villain

Examples of usage

  • He was a charming rogue who had a way with the ladies.
  • The rogue swindled his way into the company and embezzled funds.
  • She fell for the rogue's smooth talk and ended up losing everything.
Context #2 | Noun

gaming

A player who acts independently of others in a game, typically with a focus on personal gain rather than team success.

Synonyms

individualist, maverick, solo player

Examples of usage

  • The rogue in the party often went off on solo missions, disregarding the group's objectives.
  • His rogue character in the game was known for stealing from other players and causing chaos.
Context #3 | Adjective

outlaw

Living or behaving in a way that is not socially acceptable or legal.

Synonyms

criminal, lawless, unconventional

Examples of usage

  • He led a rogue lifestyle, constantly breaking the law and evading authorities.
  • The rogue trader engaged in illegal activities to make a profit.

Translations

Translations of the word "rogue" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trapaceiro

🇮🇳 दुष्ट

🇩🇪 Schurke

🇮🇩 penjahat

🇺🇦 негідник

🇵🇱 łotr

🇯🇵 悪党 (あくとう)

🇫🇷 voyou

🇪🇸 pícaro

🇹🇷 serseri

🇰🇷 악당

🇸🇦 شرير

🇨🇿 padouch

🇸🇰 darebák

🇨🇳 流氓 (liúmáng)

🇸🇮 lopov

🇮🇸 skúrkur

🇰🇿 зұлым

🇬🇪 არაკეთილსინდისიერი

🇦🇿 dələduz

🇲🇽 pícaro

Etymology

The term 'rogue' originated in the mid-16th century, deriving from the Middle French word 'rogue' meaning 'arrogant, haughty'. Over time, the word evolved to refer to a dishonest or unprincipled person. In the gaming context, 'rogue' became associated with a player who operates independently. The use of 'rogue' to describe someone living outside the law emerged later, reflecting the rebellious and non-conformist nature of such individuals.

See also: roguish, roguishness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,056, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.