villain

Word Type: Noun

Definition

A character in a story or situation who opposes the hero, typically being evil or immoral, or a person who engages in wicked or criminal behavior.

Example

  • “The villain in the movie plotted to steal the treasure from the innocent villagers.”
  • “In many classic fairy tales, the villain is defeated by the hero in the end.”
  • “He was portrayed as the villain of the story, using deceit to get what he wanted.”
  • “The villain in the novel was a cunning mastermind who created chaos for everyone.”
  • “Despite his evil actions, the villain in the story had a tragic backstory.”