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
