sinister
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The answer is more sinister and complex than simple laziness or burnout.
From Slate β Aug. 11, 2026
The amount of money in leveraged exchange-traded funds is also at historic highs External link, casting a sinister shadow.
From Barron's β Jul. 1, 2026
In the ballroom scene of “Swan Lake,” Mr. McKenzie’s production features a flashy and somewhat extraneous role for an alter-ego of the sinister sorcerer Von Rothbart, which Mr. Stearns has danced with poetic panache.
From The Wall Street Journal β Jun. 30, 2026
The idea “was to create a sinister feeling that this may not end well,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times β Jun. 10, 2026
Some even caught glimpses of his sinuous form, silhouetted against the light-colored stone of which Rome was built, a sinister shadow sliding past walls and closed gates.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
Vocabulary lists containing sinister
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 3
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com β one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more β and it's all completely free to use!
The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com β we'll help you make the most of your study time!
