Malacarne

Malacarne is an Italian word that literally translates to "bad meat" or "rotten flesh." Figuratively, it is used as a derogatory term to describe a person, typically a man, who is considered immoral, untrustworthy, or generally of low character. The term often carries connotations of dishonesty, treachery, and a lack of integrity. While "bad meat" is the direct translation, the implied meaning is closer to "scoundrel" or "rascal," but with a stronger, more offensive connotation. The term suggests that the individual is fundamentally corrupt or morally decayed, much like spoiled meat.