vicious
adjectiveHow to pronounce vicious:
Definition of vicious:
- vicious (adjective):
- dangerously aggressive savage
- (of an animal) fierce or hostile
- (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering.
Synonyms for vicious:
exquisitefearsomebadfrightfulfuriousheinousdeepferociousfiercecruelShow 15 more
Antonyms for vicious:
affectionatecomposedaccommodatingexquisiteconsiderateoutgoingcomplimentaryapproachablecommendabletenderheartedShow 15 more
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