No. 8,218 in French

villain

Unpleasant, ugly, or naughty.

In a sentence

Ce film montre un méchant très charismatique.
This movie presents a very charismatic villain.
The word 'méchant' refers to a villain or an antagonist in a story or film.
Il trouve que ce chapeau est vilain.
He thinks that this hat is ugly.
The word 'vilain' is used here to describe something unattractive or not pleasing to the eye.
Quel vilain geste de se comporter ainsi!
What a nasty gesture to behave in such a way!
The word 'vilain' refers to a rude or inappropriate action in this context.

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