Evil Definition
evil
adjective
- morally bad or wrong; "evil purposes"; "an evil influence"; "evil deeds"
- having the nature of vice
- having or exerting a malignant influence; "malevolent stars"; "a malefic force"
noun
- morally objectionable behavior
- that which causes harm or destruction or misfortune; "the evil that men do lives after them; the good is oft interred with their bones"- Shakespeare
- the quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice; "attempts to explain the origin of evil in the world"
"Evil" in song lyrics
See how evil is used in real songs:
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"My girl called off cause my attitude is evil"
4 Deep — Can't Turn Back -
"But they didn't give a damn cause the game had 'em evil"
4 Deep — Real -
"I will fear no evil"
69 Boyz — One God, One Judge
Words that rhyme with evil
Usage tips for "evil"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "evil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for evil to find words that pair well.