welshed
Didn't pay up
Welshed is the past tense of welsh, meaning to fail to honor a bet or obligation, especially by running off without paying.
The term is considered offensive because it derives from a stereotype about Welsh people being untrustworthy.
Despite its derogatory origin, it persists in casual use: He welshed on our bet and never paid up.
Some style guides recommend avoiding the word entirely.
Broke a commitment
- double-crossedBetrayed by supposed ally
- backstabbedTreacherously harmed by ally
- defaultedFailed on obligation
- cheatedActed dishonestly to win
deceived · swindled · went back on · dishonored · let down · abandoned · deserted · forsook
Not deserving of confidence
- dishonorableLacking integrity or ethics
- disreputableHaving poor standing
- unreliableNot consistently performing
- discreditedProven unworthy of trust
shamed · disgraced · tarnished · stigmatized · blacklisted · distrusted · notorious · scandalous
reneged
Broke a commitment
- double-crossedBetrayed by supposed ally
- backstabbedTreacherously harmed by ally
- defaultedFailed on obligation
cheated · deceived · swindled · went back on · dishonored · let down · abandoned · deserted · forsook · ratted out
untrustworthy
Not deserving of confidence
- dishonorableLacking integrity or ethics
- disreputableHaving poor standing
- unreliableNot consistently performing
discredited · shamed · disgraced · tarnished · stigmatized · blacklisted · distrusted · notorious · scandalous · bad faith
bet
Risked stake on outcome
debt · payout · winnings · odds · marker · chit · IOU · racecourse · poker · casino
welshedhonored
Given recognition or respect
paid up · fulfilled · delivered · made good · followed through
welshedpaid
Gave money owed
paid up · settled · made whole · reimbursed · compensated
- Welsh flagDragon-adorned national banner
- Welsh accentBritish Isles regional pronunciation
- Welsh rarebitSeasoned cheese sauce on toast
- Welsh choirVocal ensemble from Wales
- Welsh dragonHeraldic beast of Wales
- Welsh cakesSpiced griddle-cooked rounds