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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Argamani’s father, Yacov Argamani, said his only wish was for his daughter to be freed by Hamas in time to see her terminally ill mother one more time.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Similar warnings were issued after a spate of walkers on the West Highland Way fell ill in May last year.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
That led those who were ill to go to "prayer centres" instead of consulting health professionals.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
There are constant outbreaks of infectious disease on these floating holidays, and people want to know whether I would tolerate the risk of getting ill on a cruise ship.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
At the beginning of the competition, Fischer looked Abraham Lincoln-thin; his cheeks were hollow, and he had deep, dark circles under his eyes, all indicating that he might be ill.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
