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nefarious

UK
/nɪˈfɛəriəs/
US
/nəˈfɛriəs/

Translations

nefariousadjective
more nefarious
Comp.
most nefarious
Super.
UK
/nɪˈfɛəriəs/
US
/nəˈfɛriəs/
scélératSoutenu ; s’emploie surtout pour qualifier une personne ou des actes d’une extrême méchanceté, souvent criminels.
The nefarious plot was uncovered before anyone was harmed.
Le complot scélérat a été découvert avant que quiconque ne soit blessé.
Additional translations
abominablePlus courant ; utilisé pour insister sur le caractère moralement odieux, infâme ou monstrueux d’actes.
Synonyms
corrupt
immoral
villainous
malevolent
sinister
evil
wicked
depraved
heinous
Antonyms
noble
honorable
good
virtuous

Definitions

nefariousadjective
Wicked or criminal in nature.
The nefarious activities of the criminal organization were finally exposed by the undercover agent.
Extremely wicked or evil, especially to the point of being infamous.
The dictator's nefarious deeds were condemned by the international community.
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