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vicious

/ˈvaɪsɪs/ adjective · British & US
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What does vicious mean?

adjective

Having or showing a cruel or violent nature; extremely unpleasant or unpleasantly aggressive.

Example

"The vicious dog attacked the mailman."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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