turpitude Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
    depravity.
    • the various turpitudes of modern society

WordNet

Tur"pi*tude noun
Etymology
L. turpitudo, from turpis foul, base.
Definitions
  1. Inherent baseness or vileness of principle, words, or actions; shameful wickedness; depravity. Shak.

Webster 1913