Definition

The most morally bad or wicked; having the highest degree of evil.

Example

In the story, the evillest character plotted to take over the world.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see the latest movie about the evillest villain ever?

Yeah, it was pretty intense!

I can’t believe how well they portrayed the evillest character.

Right? It made me think about how villains can be so compelling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Evillest → It is formed from "evil" (from Old English "yfel", meaning bad or wicked) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "evillest" means the most evil or wicked of all.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for bad or wicked, 'yfel', and remember that 'evillest' means the most wicked.

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