Cool MateMeaning of Evil
In simple words: Very bad or harmful; morally wrong.
Evil in a sentence
- The story features an evil villain who tries to take over the world.
- In folklore, many cultures depict evil spirits that haunt the living.
- She has an evil laugh that sends shivers down your spine.
- The movie explores the struggle between good and evil forces.
- He made an evil choice that affected the lives of many people.
How to use Evil
Used to describe something or someone that causes harm or has bad intentions. Can be used in both serious and playful contexts, but be cautious using it in serious discussions to avoid sounding overly dramatic.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'Evil' as 'even' turned backwards; picture someone doing something bad and getting even.
Related words
Common mistakes with Evil
- 'Evil' is often confused with 'mean' or 'bad', but it suggests a deeper moral wrongdoing.
- Learners might say 'evilness', which is less common than 'evilness' or just 'evil'.
Evil appears in
Evil in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شرير
سيء جداً أو ضار؛ خاطئ أخلاقياً.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অশুভ
খুব খারাপ বা ক্ষতিকর; নৈতিকভাবে ভুল।
- GermanDeutsch
Böse
Sehr schlecht oder schädlich; moralisch falsch.
- SpanishEspañol
Malvado
Muy malo o dañino; moralmente incorrecto.
- Persianفارسی
شرور، بد
خیلی بد یا مضر؛ از نظر اخلاقی نادرست.
- FrenchFrançais
Mal
Très mauvais ou nuisible ; moralement répréhensible.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बुराई, दुष्टता
बहुत बुरा या नुकसानदायक; नैतिक रूप से गलत।
- ItalianItaliano
Malvagio, Male
Molto cattivo o dannoso; moralmente sbagliato.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Mal, Maligno
Muito mau ou prejudicial; moralmente errado.
- RussianРусский
Зло
Очень плохой или вредный; морально неправильный.
- Urduاردو
برا
خیلی بد یا مضر؛ از نظر اخلاقی نادرست.
- Chinese中文
邪恶
非常坏或有害；道德上错误。
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Frequently asked questions about Evil
What does Evil mean?
Very bad or harmful; morally wrong.
What is the definition of Evil?
enjoying harming others; morally bad and cruel
How do you use Evil in a sentence?
The story features an evil villain who tries to take over the world.
Can you give another example of Evil?
In folklore, many cultures depict evil spirits that haunt the living.
What are synonyms for Evil?
Common alternatives include malevolent, wicked, sinister, nefarious, immoral.
What is the opposite of Evil?
Opposite meanings include good, kind, virtuous.
What words go with Evil?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, particularly, really, truly.
What are common mistakes when using Evil?
'Evil' is often confused with 'mean' or 'bad', but it suggests a deeper moral wrongdoing. Learners might say 'evilness', which is less common than 'evilness' or just 'evil'.
How do you pronounce Evil?
US: /["/ˈiːvl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈiːvl//ˈiːvɪl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Evil?
Used to describe something or someone that causes harm or has bad intentions. Can be used in both serious and playful contexts, but be cautious using it in serious discussions to avoid sounding overly dramatic.
What CEFR level is Evil?
"Evil" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.