Quote by Oscar Wilde

He hadn't a single redeeming vice.

He hadn't a single redeeming vice.

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being referred to doesn't possess any qualities or behaviors that could be seen as positive or redeeming. It implies that the individual only has negative attributes or lacks any virtues. In other words, there is no aspect of their character or actions that can be regarded as morally commendable or beneficial.

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Vice

By Oscar Wilde

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