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Evilly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Evilly is an adverb meaning in a wicked or morally bad manner. It describes actions done with harmful intent, cruelty, or malice, often associated with villainous behavior.

evilly

/ˈiːvəli/ /ˈiːvɪli/

Definition:

In a wicked or morally wrong manner.

Synonyms:

wickedly, maliciously, sinfully, nefariously

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

virtuously, benevolently

Common Collocations:

grin evilly, act evilly, laugh evilly, plot evilly

Derivatives:

evil, evilness

Usage Tips:

Use "evilly" to describe actions done with malice or harmful intent, often in a dramatic or exaggerated context.

Common Phrases:

grin evilly, laugh evilly, plot evilly

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "yfel" (evil) + the adverbial suffix "-ly," meaning "in an evil manner."

Examples:

  • 1. The villain laughed evilly as he revealed his plan.
  • 2. She smirked evilly while playing a trick on her brother.
  • 3. The witch cackled evilly as she stirred her cauldron.
  • 4. He whispered evilly into his enemy’s ear before striking.

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