Meaning of the word turpitude in English

What does turpitude mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

turpitude

US /ˈtɝː.pə.tuːd/
UK /ˈtɜː.pɪ.tʃuːd/

Noun

depravity; wickedness

Example:
The criminal's acts of moral turpitude shocked the community.
He was deported for a crime involving moral turpitude.