Meaning of the word villains in English

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

villains

US /ˈvɪl.ənz/
UK /ˈvɪl.ənz/

Plural Noun

wicked or evil people; characters in a story or film who are evil

Example:
In many superhero movies, the villains often have elaborate plans to take over the world.
The story featured a classic struggle between heroes and villains.