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iniquitous

/ɪˈnɪkwɪtəs/ · adj

Meaning

  1. Characterized by iniquity (“deviation from what is right”).
  2. Morally objectionable; sinful, wicked.
  3. Grossly unfair or unjust.

Etymology / origin

From iniquity + -ous (suffix forming adjectives indicating the presence of a quality in any degree (typically an abundance)).

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