Meaning of the word villainess in English

What does villainess mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

villainess

US /ˈvɪl.ə.nəs/
UK /ˈvɪl.ə.nəs/

Noun

a female villain

Example:
The wicked queen was the ultimate villainess in the fairy tale.
She played the role of a cunning villainess in the new movie.