nefarious
Definition: (adj.) wicked or criminal; infamous; morally reprehensible
Origin: from Latin nefarius, from nefas 'crime, impiety' + -ous
Example: The company's nefarious schemes to avoid paying taxes were uncovered by investigative journalists.
"Wicked" is a synonym for "nefarious." It refers to something or someone that is evil, immoral, or sinful. Both words connote a sense of wrongdoing, but "wicked" is perhaps more often used to describe people, while "nefarious" can describe actions or situations as well. "Wicked" can also have a more playful connotation, as in "wicked sense of humor," but "nefarious" always has a negative connotation. Both words are often used in literature and media to describe villains and their actions.
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