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UK//ə dɪsˈɒ.nɪst kɒp//US//ə dɪsˈhɑ.nɪst kɑp//

Meaning of A dishonest cop

A police officer who engages in corrupt or unethical behavior.

In simple words: A police officer who doesn't tell the truth or behaves badly.

A dishonest cop in a sentence

  • The investigation revealed that he was a dishonest cop taking bribes.
  • Citizens were outraged by the actions of the dishonest cop in their neighborhood.
  • The movie portrayed a dishonest cop who betrayed his colleagues.
  • Witnesses reported the dealings of a dishonest cop during the drug bust.
  • It's hard to trust the system when there is a dishonest cop on the force.

How to use A dishonest cop

Use in discussions about law enforcement or crime. Avoid in formal legal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a cop who takes bribes; 'dishonest' means not truthful.

Related words

Collocations with A dishonest cop

  • dishonest behavior
  • police corruption
  • integrity of police
  • law enforcement ethics
  • trust in police

Synonyms for A dishonest cop

  • corrupt officer
  • crooked cop
  • unethical policeman
  • rogue officer
  • bribe-taking officer

Common mistakes with A dishonest cop

  • Confusing with 'dishonest man'—specifically refers to a police officer.
  • Using it to describe someone who is not a cop when context doesn't fit.
  • Omitting 'a' before 'dishonest cop' in sentences.

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Frequently asked questions about A dishonest cop

What does A dishonest cop mean?

A police officer who doesn't tell the truth or behaves badly.

What is the definition of A dishonest cop?

A police officer who engages in corrupt or unethical behavior.

How do you use A dishonest cop in a sentence?

The investigation revealed that he was a dishonest cop taking bribes.

Can you give another example of A dishonest cop?

Citizens were outraged by the actions of the dishonest cop in their neighborhood.

What are synonyms for A dishonest cop?

Common alternatives include corrupt officer, crooked cop, unethical policeman, rogue officer, bribe-taking officer.

What words go with A dishonest cop?

It commonly pairs with dishonest behavior, police corruption, integrity of police, law enforcement ethics, trust in police.

What are common mistakes when using A dishonest cop?

Confusing with 'dishonest man'—specifically refers to a police officer. Using it to describe someone who is not a cop when context doesn't fit. Omitting 'a' before 'dishonest cop' in sentences.

How do you pronounce A dishonest cop?

US: //ə dɪsˈhɑ.nɪst kɑp//, UK: //ə dɪsˈɒ.nɪst kɒp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use A dishonest cop?

Use in discussions about law enforcement or crime. Avoid in formal legal contexts.