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Meaning of villain

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

villain

Pronunciation:/ˈvɪlən/

noun

Definitions

  1. A vile, wicked person.

  2. In fiction, a character who has the role of being bad, especially antagonizing the hero.

    Synonyms:bad guy
  3. Any opponent player, especially a hypothetical player for example and didactic purposes. Compare: hero.

    Example: Let's discuss how to play if you are the chip leader (that is, if you have more chips than all the villains).

verb

Definitions

  1. To debase; to degrade.

noun

Definitions

  1. A feudal tenant.