Definitions

rapist

NOUN

attacker

Synonyms

STRONG

betrayer debaucher defiler despoiler raper ravisher

WEAK

ravager

Example Sentences

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In December, an 80-year-old retiree spent hours under arrest because Smart Sampa confused him with a rapist.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The SPS implemented new guidance in February 2024 following a row over the case of Isla Bryson, a double rapist who was initially housed in the female estate having decided to transition while standing trial.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

His son Jaime also criticised Emily personally, raising concerns about her alleged ties to the Church of Scientology and her past support of convicted rapist Danny Masterson.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2024

Linkin Park's newest band member, singer Emily Armstrong, is experiencing pushback from fans online for a possible connection to Scientology and convicted rapist Danny Masterson.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2024

She’d put me in her toy carriage and sing me songs by Cepillin, that scary Mexican clown who looks like a rapist but everyone loves for some reason.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez