ill
Usage
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The adjective ill is more mild than evil or wicked, and it appears mainly in certain fixed expressions: ill will; ill-natured. Evil applies to that which violates or leads to the violation of moral law: evil practices. Wicked implies willful and determined doing of what is very wrong: a wicked plan. Bad is the broadest and simplest term: a bad man; bad habits.Example Sentences
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Our hometown—long known as ugly, backward, corrupt, dangerous, ill- mannered, poorly maintained and shoddily dressed—had lured into our yard a world-famous brand.
Dr Bernadette Hard fell ill while abroad with a headache so severe she could hardly move - but had no idea what was wrong with her.
From BBC
While on the road, Mr Robinson fell seriously ill with pneumonia, leaving him unconscious for three days.
From BBC
“The alternative—members becoming gravely ill due to lack of medication—is far more harmful to patients and costly to the health system,” a company spokesman said.
Despite years of ill health and imprisonment, Zia vowed in November to campaign in the upcoming elections.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
