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dastardly

/dæsˈtɑːdli/ adjective · British & US
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What does dastardly mean?

adjective

Wicked or villainous in nature or character; contemptibly cowardly or treacherous.

Example

"The dastardly villain was caught by the authorities after a long investigation."

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