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One who reverts or relapses into bad habits, unethical or immoral behavior, or criminal activity. We've tried to help her quit smoking, but she's a bit of a backslider. Jimmy's too much of a backslider to stay true to the practices of the church.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Zephania-Southern African
Ulrikaool-REE-kahSwedish
HadesHAY-deez (English)Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Norma['nɔ:mə]
Lolita[ləu'li:tə]
ShriSHREEHinduism