Synonyms for Scurvy (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)):
scorbutusWordNet sense 2 (of the most contemptible kind):
abject, low, miserable, scummy, low-downWordNet sense 3 (deserving of contempt or scorn):
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