Miscreant/ˈmɪskriənt/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Legality Aspect Refers to actions against the law, not just socially frowned upon or unethical behavior. He was deemed a miscreant after the bank robbery. Pro Tip 2/3Severity of Actions Usually implies a serious offense, not a minor wrongdoing or mistake. The community was outraged by the miscreant's violent actions. Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotations Carries a strong disapproval, used to express moral judgment against someone. The judge scorned the miscreant for showing no remorse.