double-dyed
Dipped in twice
Double-dyed describes something thoroughly saturated or ingrained—originally fabric dyed twice for deeper, more permanent color.
The term now applies figuratively to people or qualities that are absolute and unchanging, usually in a negative sense: a double-dyed villain, a double-dyed scoundrel.
The implication is that the quality runs so deep it cannot be washed out.
Long-established, unchangeable
- confirmedEstablished as accurate
- out-and-outAbsolute and undeniable
- utterTo vocalize words
- thoroughComplete in every detail
complete · unmitigated · absolute · unqualified · consummate · arrant · total · outright
inveterate
Long-established, unchangeable
- confirmedEstablished as accurate
- out-and-outAbsolute and undeniable
- utterTo vocalize words
thorough · complete · unmitigated · absolute · unqualified · consummate · arrant · total · outright · unredeemed
colorfast
Dye resists fading
indelible · set · fixed · unfading · washproof · rich · vibrant · lasting · durable · ingrained
double-dyedhalfhearted
Lacking sincere commitment
half-hearted · lukewarm · tepid · superficial · partial
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