Archvillain
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɑːtʃˈvɪlən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Archvillain is a noun meaning (chiefly narratology) A supreme villain; the most evil or powerful villain.
Meaning
(chiefly narratology) A supreme villain; the most evil or powerful villain.
Example Sentences
Madoff is the season's archvillain, accused of having run a Ponzi scheme so vast that future generations may well describe similar swindles as Madoff schemes.
Word Forms
- archvillains
- arch-villain
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include archvillainy, villain, supervillain, villaindom, supervillainy, supervillainry.
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