wickedness
Definitions
The quality of being evil or morally wrong.
A specific act of sin or transgression.
Extreme unpleasantness or mischievous behavior.
Examples
The story explores the struggle between human kindness and inherent wickedness.
He was shocked by the sheer wickedness of the crimes committed by the gang.
The ancient legend warns that wickedness will eventually lead to one's own downfall.
Synonyms
evil sinfulness immorality depravity viciousness iniquity villainy
Antonyms
virtue goodness righteousness morality purity integrity kindness