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. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Containing low indecency or abuse; mean; foul; vile; obscenely jocular; as, scurrilous language. [ 1913 Webster ] The absurd and scurrilous sermon which had very unwisely been honored with impeachment. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ] Syn. -- Opprobrious; abusive; reproachful; insulting; insolent; offensive; gross; vile; vulgar; low; foul; foul-mouthed; indecent; scurrile; mean. [ 1913 Webster ] -- Scur"ril*ous*ly, adv. -- Scur"ril*ous*ness, n. [ 1913 Webster ] | 
