Scur"ril*ous (?), a. [See
Scurrile.] 1. Using the low and indecent
language of the meaner sort of people, or such as only the license of
buffoons can warrant; as, a scurrilous fellow.
2. Containing low indecency or abuse; mean;
foul; vile; obscenely jocular; as, scurrilous
language.
The absurd and scurrilous sermon which had very
unwisely been honored with impeachment.
Macaulay.
Syn. -- Opprobrious; abusive; reproachful; insulting;
insolent; offensive; gross; vile; vulgar; low; foul; foul-mouthed;
indecent; scurrile; mean.
-- Scur"ril*ous*ly, adv. --
Scur"ril*ous*ness, n.