Meaning of the word "ill-gotten, ill-spent" in English
What does "ill-gotten, ill-spent" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ill-gotten, ill-spent
US /ˌɪlˈɡɑː.tən ˌɪlˈspent/
UK /ˌɪlˈɡɒt.ən ˌɪlˈspent/
Idiom
acquired by dishonest or illegal means and then wasted or used foolishly
Example:
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He gambled away his inheritance in a week; ill-gotten, ill-spent.
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The thief soon lost all the stolen money; it was a case of ill-gotten, ill-spent.