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| definition 1: |
an evil person; scoundrel.
The police haven't caught the villain who stole the car.- synonyms:
- scoundrel
- similar words:
- creep, devil, louse, monster, rascal, rat, reptile, rogue, scum, snake
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| definition 2: |
such a person or creature in a story. Villains cause trouble for the hero or heroine.
The wolf is the villain in the story of Little Red Riding Hood.- synonyms:
- antagonist
- similar words:
- enemy, foe, opponent
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| related words: |
monster |
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| derivation: |
villainess (n.) |
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