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nefarious

The correct spelling is nefarious.

How to pronounce nefarious

/nɛˈfɛəɹi.əs/
adjective

IPA: /nɛˈfɛəɹi.əs/

Say it like: Nef-ario-ws

The correct spelling is nefarious. Sinful, villainous, criminal, or wicked, especially when noteworthy or notorious for such characteristics. For example: "Aliens have a nefarious connotation in many science fiction books."

Usage Examples

Aliens have a nefarious connotation in many science fiction books.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Sinful, villainous, criminal, or wicked, especially when noteworthy or notorious for such characteristics.

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