Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nefarious

Adjective
/nɪˈfɛr.i.əs/
Definition
Wicked or criminal in nature.
Examples
  • The villain’s nefarious plans were uncovered by the detective.
  • They were caught in a nefarious scheme to defraud the public.
  • Stories often portray nefarious characters as the antagonists.
Meaning
Someone or something that is morally bad or evil, often involved in illegal activities.
Synonyms
  • wicked
  • evil
  • sinister
  • villainous
  • malevolent