evils
|e/vils|
B2
/ˈiːvəlz/
(evil)
profound immorality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'evil' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'yfel', where 'yfel' meant 'bad' or 'harmful'.
Historical Evolution
'yfel' transformed into the Middle English word 'evil', and eventually became the modern English word 'evil'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bad or harmful', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'morally wrong or wicked'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'evil'. Refers to multiple instances or types of moral wrongs or harmful actions.
The world is plagued by many evils.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41