The meaning of VILLAINY is villainous conduct; also : a villainous act. How to use villainy in a sentence.

VILLAINY definition: the actions or conduct of a villain; outrageous wickedness. See examples of villainy used in a sentence.

The emphasis on the diminutive and the innocent happiness of the child highlight the failure of innocence; "pretty little prattling innocence" succumbs to cruel villainy.

1. Villainous conduct or action: "He made the excuse that a seaman, being under strict discipline, had few opportunities for villainy" (P.D. James). 2. A villainous act: outraged by their villainies.

4 meanings: 1. conduct befitting a villain; vicious behaviour or action 2. an evil, abhorrent, or criminal act or deed 3. the.... Click for more definitions.

Definition of villainy noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Jun 2, 2024 · Adjective villainy (comparative more villainy, superlative most villainy) Characteristic of a villain.