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Villain

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Villain

/ˈvɪl.ən/

Tone: "Villain" is tonally neutral and works across formal and informal registers. Pairing it with its antonym "hero" can sharpen contrast and clarify an argument.

Usage: "Villain" functions as both a noun and a verb, so context is key — make sure the surrounding sentence makes the intended meaning clear. Its core sense is: a vile, wicked person.

Antonyms for "villain" (82 found)

Adjective(1 words)

model character

Noun(81 words)

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