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villain

/ˈvaɪlən/ noun · British & US
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What does villain mean?

noun

A person who does bad or unkind things, especially in a way that is intended to be impressive or exciting. A person who is considered to be evil or wicked.

Example

"The villain of the movie was a ruthless and cunning character who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals."

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

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