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nefarious

/nɪˈfeəriəs/adjective

उच्चारण निफ़ेअरिअस

अत्यंत दुष्ट, घोर अपराधी, कुकर्मी

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adjective
  1. 1

    formal

    criminal; extremely wicked

    अत्यंत दुष्ट, घोर अपराधी, कुकर्मी

    • the gang's nefarious activities
    • a nefarious plot to cheat the pensioners
    • The detective uncovered a nefarious scheme to steal old paintings.
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    • He was involved in nefarious dealings with smugglers.
    • The villain's nefarious plans were revealed in the last chapter.

    Synonyms wicked evil villainous

    Opposite virtuous honourable noble

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