ruffian
/ˈɹʌfi.ən/
noun
Meaning
A scoundrel, rascal, or unprincipled, deceitful, brutal and unreliable person.
A pimp; a pander.
A lover; a paramour.
Synonyms
verb
Meaning
To play the ruffian; to rage; to raise tumult.
adjective
Meaning
Brutal; cruel; savagely boisterous; murderous.
"ruffian rage"