wicked Definition
- 1evil or morally wrong
- 2intending to harm or cause damage
- 3very bad or unpleasant
Using wicked: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wicked" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The wicked witch cast a spell on the princess.
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He had a wicked grin on his face.
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The storm caused wicked damage to the town.
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She's got a wicked sense of humor.
wicked Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using wicked
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He played a wicked game to win the election.
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She has a wicked tongue and always speaks her mind.
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He turned away from his wicked ways and became a better person.
Phrases with wicked
a cruel and evil stepmother, often portrayed in fairy tales
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Cinderella's wicked stepmother made her do all the housework.
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That new car is wicked cool!
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The race car driver was wicked fast on the track.
Origins of wicked
from Old English 'wicca', meaning 'wizard'
Summary: wicked in Brief
The term 'wicked' [ˈwɪkɪd] denotes evil or immoral intentions, often causing harm or damage. It also refers to something very bad or unpleasant, as in 'The storm caused wicked damage to the town.' 'Wicked' extends into phrases like 'wicked stepmother,' and idioms like 'play a wicked game,' denoting deceitful behavior, and 'wicked tongue,' implying sharp criticism.
