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Meaning of the word villainous in English

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villainous

US /ˈvɪl.ə.nəs/
UK /ˈvɪl.ə.nəs/
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Adjective

1.

relating to or characteristic of a villain

Example:
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The movie featured a truly villainous character.
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He gave a villainous laugh as he revealed his plan.
Synonym:
wicked evil nefarious malicious depraved
2.

wickedly or criminally bad

Example:
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He committed a truly villainous act.
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The villainous plot was uncovered by the hero.
Synonym:
criminal atrocious heinous monstrous flagitious
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