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villainy Synonyms

Another word for villainy

Choosing another word for villainy depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Wicked, depraved, or criminal behavior and character.

Usage Example

"The novel explores the depths of human wickedness through the calculated schemes of its main antagonist."

Strongest
wickedness
iniquity
Strong
depravity
turpitude
infamy
knavery
vileness
baseness
rascality
malfeasance

• noun (Context 2)

A wicked, treacherous, or criminal act or offense (often used in the plural).

Usage Example

"The historical chronicle detailed the countless villainies committed by the corrupt magistrate during his term in office."

Strong
atrocity
outrage
crime
misdeed
transgression
wrongdoing

Opposites of villainy

The opposite of villainy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

virtue
righteousness
nobility
good deed
heroism
goodness
rectitude
integrity
See all opposites of villainy

• Nearby Words

villainess
villainize
villainous
villainy
villarrica
villarsia
villavicencio

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Villainy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/villainy
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