rapist
word
/ˈɹeɪpɪst/
RAY-pist
/ɹˈeɪpɪst/
RAY-pist
Definition
A rapist is a person who commits rape, which means forcing someone to have sex without their consent.
Usage & Nuances
Very strong, formal, and serious word; always refers to a criminal who has committed rape. Commonly used in legal, news, and police contexts, never as slang or casually. Should be used with care due to its sensitive nature.
Spanish: violadorPortuguese (BR): estuprador - estuprador (Brasil)Portuguese (PT): violador - violador (Portugal)Chinese (Simplified): 强奸犯Chinese (Traditional): 強姦犯Hindi: बलात्कारीArabic: مُغتَصِبBengali: ধর্ষকRussian: насильникJapanese: レイプ犯Vietnamese: kẻ hiếp dâmKorean: 강간범Turkish: tecavüzcüUrdu: زیادتی کرنے والاIndonesian: pemerkosa
Example Sentences
The police arrested the rapist last night.
basic
A rapist is someone who commits a very serious crime.
basic
The rapist was sent to prison for many years.
basic
People are demanding justice for the victim and a harsh sentence for the rapist.
natural
The news reported that the rapist had a long criminal history.
natural
After years on the run, the police finally caught the rapist.
natural