Entry Word: vile

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable <a vile plot to murder their political enemies> — see bad 2
2 not following or in accordance with standards of honor and decency <a vile trick to play on someone> — see ignoble 2
3 unpleasant to look at <an outfit with a truly vile combination of colors> — see ugly 1