unscrupulously
UK/ʌn'skru:pjələslɪ/US
TOEFLC2
Definitions
adv.
In a dishonest way, without moral principles
不择手段地，毫无道德原则地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedun-not, reversal
+
-ousfull of, having the quality of
+
-lyin the manner of
=unscrupulously
un- (not) + scrupulous + -ly = "with no conscience." Acting freely without the pebble of scruple to hold you back — ruthless, self-serving.
Root scrupul still carries 5 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The company unscrupulously exploited its workers for years.
- 2.
He unscrupulously took advantage of elderly customers.