wrongdoer
noun
wrong·do·er
ˈrȯŋ-ˌdü-ər 
: one that does wrong
especially
: one who transgresses moral laws
Examples of wrongdoer in a Sentence
anticorruption crusaders are going after wrongdoers at every level of the nation's government
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The promise of criminal prosecution of a person responsible for such a death may seem righteous and like an effective deterrent against future wrongdoers.
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Michael Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2025
In a mythical world, justice proceeds like this: After being wronged by a government injustice, a victim lawyers up and sues the government wrongdoer.
—James S. Burling, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
The same could be claimed in any case where a whistleblower reveals wrongdoing, knowing that this might have consequences for the wrongdoers.
—The Editors, National Review, 16 Jan. 2025
Telling friends or relatives about the fresh face can also help, as varying perspectives can root out potential wrongdoers, according to the agency.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Michael Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2025
In a mythical world, justice proceeds like this: After being wronged by a government injustice, a victim lawyers up and sues the government wrongdoer.
—James S. Burling, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025
The same could be claimed in any case where a whistleblower reveals wrongdoing, knowing that this might have consequences for the wrongdoers.
—The Editors, National Review, 16 Jan. 2025
Telling friends or relatives about the fresh face can also help, as varying perspectives can root out potential wrongdoers, according to the agency.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Wrongdoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wrongdoer. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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wrongdoer
noun
wrong·do·er
ˈrȯŋ-ˈdü-ər
: a person who does wrong and especially moral wrong
wrongdoing
noun
-ˈdü-iŋ
Legal Definition
wrongdoer
noun
wrong·do·er
ˈrȯŋ-ˌdü-ər
: one (as a criminal or tortfeasor) who does wrong
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