Basic Details
Word: Wicked
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very bad or morally wrong; can also mean excellent or great in informal settings.
Synonyms: Evil, sinful, bad, clever
Antonyms: Good, virtuous, kind
Idioms and Phrases
- Wicked sense of humour: A playful or mischievous way of being funny. Example: "Her wicked sense of humour always made us laugh at the silliest things."
- Wicked to the core: Completely bad or evil. Example: "The villain was wicked to the core, showing no remorse for his actions."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The story had a wicked witch who cast spells on unsuspecting villagers.
Example 2: The children thought the prank was wickedly funny, as they giggled quietly in the corner.
Example 3: Despite his wicked reputation, he surprised everyone with his generous act of kindness.
Fun Fact
The word "wicked" originally comes from the Old English word "wicca," which meant a sorcerer or wizard. Over the centuries, it has taken on a meaning related to evil or morally wrong actions.
Famous Quote
"The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion." - Proverbs 28:1
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "wicked" mean?
a) Very good
b) Very bad
c) Happy
d) Tall
Answer: b) Very bad
2. Which of these is a synonym of "wicked"?
a) Kind
b) Evil
c) Gentle
d) Good
Answer: b) Evil
3. Which sentence uses "wicked" correctly?
a) He had a wickedly smart idea for the project.
b) The puppy was wicked and played nicely.
c) The flower wilted wickedly in the sun.
d) She was wicked with the cake recipe.
Answer: a) He had a wickedly smart idea for the project.
4. Which idiom implies a sense of cleverness or mischief?
a) Wicked to the core
b) Wicked sense of humour
c) Crying wolf
d) Piece of cake
Answer: b) Wicked sense of humour
5. What is the opposite of "wicked"?
a) Bad
b) Evil
c) Good
d) Clever
Answer: c) Good
