Vile and Venerable

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Vile adjective - Not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable.

Usage example: a vile plot to murder their political enemies

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Venerable is an antonym for vile.

Nearby Words: vilify, vilely

Venerable adjective - Deserving honor and respect especially by reason of age.

Usage example: the venerable old man was a cherished source of advice and wisdom for the villagers

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Vile is an antonym for venerable.

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