Vocabulary Entry

thug

|noun • verb • adjective

noun

A person, often a criminal or delinquent, who engages in violent or aggressive behavior.

Example Sentences

"The thug intimidated everyone in the neighborhood."

"He was known as a thug because of his involvement in gang activities."

"The police arrested the thug after a string of robberies."

verb

Example Sentences

"They thugged their way through the party, causing chaos."

"Sometimes people thug when they feel threatened."

"He doesn't thug; he prefers peaceful resolutions."

adjective

Example Sentences

"His thug demeanor made others think twice about approaching him."

"The thug lifestyle often glamorizes violence."

"She was tired of the thug attitude prevalent in the media."