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sinister

/ˈsɪnɪstər/ adjective · British & US
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What does sinister mean?

adjective

Having a quality of evil, wickedness, or immorality; morally reprehensible. Having a threatening or ominous quality.

Example

"The sinister plot was uncovered by the detective."

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