(adj) characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin, Syn. ungodly, sinful, Example:iniquitous deeds; he said it was sinful to wear lipstick; ungodly acts
a. [ From Iniquity. ] Characterized by iniquity; unjust; wicked; as, an iniquitous bargain; an iniquitous proceeding. [ 1913 Webster ]
Demagogues . . . bribed to this iniquitous service. Burke.
Syn. -- Wicked; wrong; unjust; unrighteous; nefarious; criminal. -- Iniquitous, Wicked, Nefarious. Wicked is the generic term. Iniquitous is stronger, denoting a violation of the rights of others, usually by fraud or circumvention. Nefarious is still stronger, implying a breach of the most sacred obligations, and points more directly to the intrinsic badness of the deed. [ 1913 Webster ]