고의적으로 잔인하거나 폭력적인, 특히 행동, 사람, 또는 동물에 대해 사용됨.
Deliberately cruel or violent, often referring to actions, people, or animals.
예문:
"The guard dog, usually docile, became vicious when strangers approached the fence."
"The boxer delivered a vicious blow to his opponent's ribs."
"She was the victim of a vicious attack late at night."
해를 끼치거나 고통을 주려는 의도가 있는; 악의적이거나 심술궂은.
Intended to cause harm, pain, or distress; malicious or spiteful.
예문:
"The politician launched a vicious smear campaign against his rival."
"He regretted making such a vicious comment about her appearance."
"Despite the rumors, she refused to engage in any vicious gossip."
극도로 심하거나 강렬한; 위험하거나 심각한 (종종 상태, 날씨, 질병에 사용됨).
Extremely severe or intense; dangerous or serious (often used for conditions, weather, or illness).
예문:
"The region was hit by a vicious heat wave that lasted for weeks."
"After the accident, he suffered from a vicious headache that wouldn't subside."
"Doctors warned that the new strain of the virus was particularly vicious."