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diabolical

/dɪˈɒbɪlɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does diabolical mean?

adjective

Having a wicked or evil nature; delighting in or characterized by evil or wrongdoing. Often used to describe a cleverly or cunningly evil plan or action.

Example

"The villain's diabolical plan to steal the treasure was foiled by the hero's quick thinking."

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