villainous
Example Sentences
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“Scream VI,” which earned the prize for best movie, was represented by a person costumed as the villainous Ghostface delivering thank yous on behalf of the film.
From Los Angeles Times
Although the original painted Forrest as a villainous and crazy mistress, the new series offers a nuanced look at mental health.
From Los Angeles Times
The Borg and the changelings came to an agreement in which the changelings would be the Borg’s vehicle to carry out some villainous plan to help them procreate.
From New York Times
People rooted for the terribly mistreated, subterranean-dwelling Phantom, despite his villainous deeds.
From Salon
But the most villainous entity they encounter is a duplicitous schemer played with oleaginous insincerity by Hugh Grant.
From Seattle Times
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