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villainy

[ˈvɪləni]

villainy Definition

  • 1wicked or criminal behavior
  • 2a criminal act

Using villainy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "villainy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The villainy of the character in the movie was apparent from the beginning.

  • Example

    He was accused of committing various villainies throughout his life.

  • Example

    The book is full of tales of villainy and deceit.

  • Example

    The villainy of the crime shocked the entire community.

villainy Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for villainy

Phrases with villainy

  • a person who devises or plans wicked or criminal acts

    Example

    The mastermind behind the terrorist attack was considered the architect of villainy.

  • to become increasingly wicked or criminal

    Example

    The character in the movie started as a good person but slowly sank into villainy.

  • extremely wicked or criminal behavior

    Example

    The dictator's actions were considered villainy of the highest order.

Origins of villainy

from Old French 'vilainie', meaning 'villainous conduct'

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Summary: villainy in Brief

The term 'villainy' [ˈvɪləni] refers to wicked or criminal behavior, often associated with evil or wrongdoing. It can also denote a criminal act, as in 'The villainy of the crime shocked the entire community.' Phrases like 'architect of villainy' and 'sink into villainy' describe people who plan or become increasingly wicked, while 'villainy of the highest order' denotes extremely wicked behavior.