Malvado (en. Wicked)
/malˈβaðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Of perverse or evil nature.
The evil character in the movie planned to conquer the world.
El personaje malvado de la película planeaba conquistar el mundo.
That acts with malice or bad intention.
His wicked plan was discovered before it could be carried out.
Su malvado plan fue descubierto antes de que pudiera ejecutarse.
That causes harm or suffering.
The wicked witch cast a spell over the village.
La malvada bruja lanzó un hechizo sobre el pueblo.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'malvādus', which means 'bad'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
malicious as a fox
It refers to someone cunning and deceitful.
malvado como un zorro
evil blood
It indicates a cruel or violent nature.
sangre malvada
Related Words
malice
Intent to cause harm.
malicia
perversion
Alteration of what is right or good.
perversión
wickedness
Nature or quality of the bad.
maldad
Slang Meanings
Someone who acts with a lot of malice.
That guy is wicked, he's always scheming something.
Ese tipo es un malvado, siempre está tramando algo.
Very cunning and selfish person.
Don't trust him, he's a wicked one to watch out for.
No te fíes de él, es un malvado de cuidado.