Vicious Definition

vicious
adjective
  1. (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering; "a barbarous crime"; "brutal beatings"; "cruel tortures"; "Stalin's roughshod treatment of the kulaks"; "a savage slap"; "vicious kicks"
  2. having the nature of vice
  3. bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure; "a criminal waste of talent"; "a deplorable act of violence"; "adultery is as reprehensible for a husband as for a wife"
  4. marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful; "poisonous hate"; "venomous criticism"; "vicious gossip"

"Vicious" in song lyrics

See how vicious is used in real songs:

  • "That's pulled upon mics in rap, I'm just vicious"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot
  • "Audio, it's too militious, call it vicious"
    Afu-Ra — Defeat
  • "I drool and starin' at you, and I'm lookin' vicious"
    Akwid f/ Chino XL, Kuky — Ombligo a Ombligo (Bad Girl) (Remix)

Usage tips for "vicious"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "vicious" 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 vicious to find words that pair well.

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