double-dyed

/ˌˈdʌbəl ˌˈdaɪd/
IPA guide

Definitions of double-dyed
  1. adjective
    without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers
    “a double-dyed villain”
    synonyms: arrant, complete, consummate, everlasting, gross, perfect, pure, sodding, staring, stark, thoroughgoing, unadulterated, utter
    unmitigated
    not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity; sometimes used as an intensifier
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘double-dyed'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family