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Nefarious

From Latin 'nefas', meaning 'wrong' or 'sin'.

Nefarious /nɪˈfɛəriəs/
📖 Adjective 🔥 advanced
Definitions
📝 (Typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.
🇮🇳 कुटिल / अति दुष्ट
💡 Simple: Very evil or immoral.
The detective uncovered a nefarious plot to steal the diamonds.
🔄 Word Forms
nefariously (adverb) nefariousness (noun)
✅ Synonyms
wicked evil villainous heinous
❌ Antonyms
righteous virtuous noble
🔗 Collocations
nefarious activities nefarious scheme nefarious purpose
🔀 Related Words
diabolical atrocious
📍 Usage Context
Storytelling, news, and formal descriptions.
📚 Grammar Notes
Stronger than 'bad' or 'mean'; usually implies criminal intent.
From Latin 'nefas', meaning 'wrong' or 'sin'.

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