Evil (Noun)
Meaning 1
That which causes harm or destruction or misfortune; "the evil that men do lives after them; the good is oft interred with their bones"- Shakespeare.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
Morally objectionable behavior.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
The quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice; "attempts to explain the origin of evil in the world".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The philosopher's treatise explored the concept of evil and its presence throughout human history.
- Many people struggle with the idea of a benevolent God allowing evil to exist in the world.
- The villain's evil deeds were so heinous that he became a symbol of malevolence in popular culture.
- The concept of original sin is often used to explain the origin of evil in the world.
- The documentary shed light on the evil that had been perpetrated by the corrupt government officials.