Blighter

A 'blighter' is a derogatory term used to describe a person, typically a man, regarded with disapproval or contempt, often implying a degree of mischievousness, irresponsibility, or unpleasantness. It suggests someone who is a nuisance, a pest, or a troublemaker. The term often conveys a sense of playful exasperation rather than outright malice. Historically common in British English, the usage of 'blighter' might be considered somewhat old-fashioned today. The intensity of the word is less than villain or scoundrel. It is closer to someone you might disapprove of in an amusing way.

Blighter meaning with examples

• That young blighter, always playing tricks and causing chaos in the neighborhood, has just painted the cat blue! Still, you can't help but laugh at his antics sometimes. It's annoying, but there's something undeniably charming about the little rogue, making it hard to stay mad at him.
• Old man Hemmings, that grumpy blighter, never misses an opportunity to complain about the state of the garden. However, his roses are the finest in the county, so we can't entirely disregard his input. It is a love-hate relationship, he's a blighter but makes good plants.
• The tax man, that relentless blighter, sent yet another demand for payment. I understand I should pay, but the constant pressure does wear you down. It's tempting to find a way around it. Eventually, I'll send it off, grumbling all the way, about that blighter.
• Don't get me started on that political blighter. His policies are absurd and his speeches are full of empty promises, but still, he manages to win votes. It feels that you cannot win. You try to get him voted out but it just does not happen.
• The dog, that cheeky blighter, has eaten my slippers again! Despite the constant destruction, I can't bear to scold him. The mischievous glint in his eyes makes it impossible to be truly angry. Instead, I can't help but forgive him. That blighter!