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- [vahyl]
- /vaɪl/
- /vaɪl/
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- [vahyl]
- /vaɪl/
Definitions of viler word
- adjective viler wretchedly bad: a vile humor. 1
- adjective viler highly offensive, unpleasant, or objectionable: vile slander. 1
- adjective viler repulsive or disgusting, as to the senses or feelings: a vile odor. 1
- adjective viler morally debased, depraved, or despicable: vile deeds. 1
- adjective viler foul; filthy: vile language. 1
- adjective viler poor; wretched: vile workmanship. 1
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Origin of viler
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English vil < Old French < Latin vīlis of little worth, base, cheap
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Parts of speech for Viler
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
viler popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.