How to Pronounce "turpitude"
word
ˈtɝpɪˌtud
TER-pi-tood
tˈɜːpɪtjˌuːd
TER-pi-tyood
Definition
Turpitude is a formal word meaning extremely immoral or wicked behavior; it refers to acts that are considered very wrong or dishonest.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝpɪˌtud
British English
tˈɜːpɪtjˌuːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TER-pi-tood
UK
TER-pi-tyood
Listen in Context
Acts of turpitude are punished by law.
The official was removed for his turpitude.
She could not tolerate his moral turpitude.
His crimes were not just illegal—they showed deep turpitude.