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wickedness Synonyms
Another word for wickedness
Choosing another word for wickedness depends on context, so the 24 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The quality or state of being evil, morally wrong, or deliberately harmful.
Usage Example
"The novel explores the struggle between human kindness and deep-seated evil."
Strongest
evil
iniquity
depravity
immorality
sinfulness
Strong
villainy
malevolence
vileness
corruption
turpitude
• noun (Context 2)
A wicked, immoral, or mischievous act or practice.
Usage Example
"They refused to participate in such a cruel sin against their neighbors."
Strongest
sin
wrongdoing
Strong
transgression
misdeed
atrocity
offense
outrage
• noun (Context 3)
Playful malice, roguishness, or mischievous behavior.
Usage Example
"A hint of playful mischief danced in her eyes as she planned the harmless prank."
Strongest
mischief
mischievousness
Strong
naughtiness
roguishness
impishness
devilry
rascality
Opposites of wickedness
The opposite of wickedness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
goodness
righteousness
virtue
good deed
morality
kindness
innocence
benevolence
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wickedness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wickedness