
Outlaw
Historical Outlaws
Outlaw originally referred to medieval bandits excluded from society's protections.

Robin Hood is often romanticized as a noble outlaw in English folklore.
Negative Connotation
Outlaw carries a negative tone suggesting criminal behavior and societal rejection.

The notorious outlaw was wanted in six states.
Hide and Seek
An outlaw often tries to evade law enforcement by hiding or using aliases.

He lived as an outlaw, constantly changing his name.
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BanditCriminalFugitiveLawbreakerOutcastPariahRebelRenegade
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