villainous
adjectiveHow many syllables in villainous?
There are 3 syllables in the word villainous.Divide villainous into syllables:
vil · lain · ous
How to pronounce villainous:
Definition of villainous:
- villainous (adjective):
- extremely wicked.
- of or like a villain
- befitting a villain (as in evil or depraved character)
Synonyms for villainous:
atrocious
bad
base
blackguardly
corrupt
criminal
cruel
cursed
dark
debased
degenerate
depraved
detestable
diabolical
dirty
evil
fiendish
hateful
heinous
ignoble
illegal
immoral
improper
infamous
inhuman
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Antonyms for villainous:
above board
aboveboard
acceptable
accessible
acclaimed
admirable
admired
affable
affectionate
agreeable
aiding
all heart
allowable
allowed
altruistic
amiable
amicable
amoral
amusing
angelic
angelical
applaudable
approachable
assisting
attractive
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