ill
Usage
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The adjective ill is more mild than evil or wicked, and it appears mainly in certain fixed expressions: ill will; ill-natured. Evil applies to that which violates or leads to the violation of moral law: evil practices. Wicked implies willful and determined doing of what is very wrong: a wicked plan. Bad is the broadest and simplest term: a bad man; bad habits.Example Sentences
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The schools claim that dealing with the ill effects of social media has cost them money and resources, and that the platforms should be deemed a "public nuisance" and held liable for impacting children's well-being.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
There’s no evidence that well-known women using social media and public appearances to sell their audiences on GenAI have any ill intent, or that they’re shills for AI companies.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
Even if someone does become ill, it takes time for Ebola to progress from “dry” symptoms to highly contagious “wet” symptoms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
However, that number fell to 39 following the resignation this week of Old Catton councillor Mark Tucker, because of ill health.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
At a Fourth of July celebration, US President Zachary Taylor fell ill, was diagnosed with cholera, and died five days later.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
