misbeget

/mɪsˈbɛdʒɪt/ or /mɪzˈbɛdʒɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to produce (a child) as the result of an illicit relationship, often between a married person and someone of lower social status.

“The woman was accused of misbegetting a child with her lover, which would have caused a scandal.”

2. noun

a child born as a result of such an illicit relationship.

“The community shunned the misbeget as an illegitimate child.”

Synonyms

  • bastard
  • illegitimate child

Antonyms

  • lawful heir
  • legitimate child