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villainess

/ˈvɪlɪnɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does villainess mean?

noun

A woman who is considered to be wicked or evil; a female villain. A woman who is considered to be a rival or an adversary, especially in a romantic or social context.

Example

"The villainess of the novel was a complex and intriguing character."

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