nefarious
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Adj — Wicked or criminal, especially in a way that is notorious or widely condemned.
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A formal, slightly dramatic word — often used almost tongue-in-cheek about villains and schemes.
Etymology
From Latin nefarius, "wicked" — built from ne- ("not") and fas ("what is right in the eyes of the gods").
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What does “nefarious” mean?
The word “nefarious” means wicked or criminal, especially in a way that is notorious or widely condemned. In plain terms, deeply wicked or criminal — usually said of plans, plots, or deeds rather than everyday bad behaviour.
How do you pronounce “nefarious”?
“Nefarious” is pronounced nih-FEH-uh-ree-uhs (/nɪˈfɛəɹi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “nefarious” in a sentence?
Here is “nefarious” used in a sentence: “The gang was finally caught after years of nefarious activity.”
What part of speech is “nefarious”?
“Nefarious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “nefarious” come from?
The word “nefarious” comes from Latin. From Latin nefarius, "wicked" — built from ne- ("not") and fas ("what is right in the eyes of the gods").