sinister
Pronunciation:
/ˈsɪnɪstə//ˈsɪnɪstɚ/adjective
Definitions
Inauspicious, ominous, unlucky, illegitimate (as in bar sinister).
Evil or seemingly evil; indicating lurking danger or harm.
Example: sinister influences
Of the left side.
On the left side of a shield from the wearer's standpoint, and the right side to the viewer.