wickedness

Meanings

• noun

  The quality or state of being wicked; moral perverseness; depravity.

  - "The wickedness of the villain in the story was unforgivable."
  - "The wickedness of the corrupt officials led to the downfall of the government."

• noun

  The state or quality of being deliberately cruel, malicious, or vicious.

  - "The wickedness of the bully towards the smaller children was intolerable."
  - "The wickedness of the enemy soldiers was evident in their actions."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with wickedness
naughtiness , ruthlessness , wickednessness

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Variants

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wickedness , wickednesses

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Etymology

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Old English wiccedom, from wicca ‘to bend, turn aside,’ from wic ‘bent, twisted’ + dom ‘judgment, rule’

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Trivia

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1. The term 'wicked' was first used in Old English to describe someone who turned away from the right path or rule.

2. In some cultures, wickedness is believed to be a manifestation of the devil or other evil spirits.

3. The term 'wicked' has also been used metaphorically to describe something that is unpleasant or disagreeable, such as wicked weather or a wicked joke.

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Related Concepts

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1. evil: A related concept to wickedness, often used interchangeably, but generally referring to a greater degree of moral corruption or malevolence.

2. sin: Another related concept, referring to a transgression against divine law or moral principles.

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Culture

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Throughout history, wickedness has been portrayed as a negative force in literature, art, and religion. It is often associated with evil deeds, sin, and moral decay. In literature, wicked characters are often depicted as villains or antagonists, such as Iago in Shakespeare's Othello or Lord Voldemort in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.

How to Memorize "wickedness"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize wickedness, try visualizing a person or situation that embodies the quality of wickedness. Imagine their cruel actions and the harm they cause.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize wickedness, try associating it with negative emotions, such as anger, hatred, or fear.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To memorize wickedness, try using a mnemonic device such as the acronym WICKED: Wealth, Intention, Capability, Knowledge, and Desire, which can help remember the elements of a wicked character in literature.

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