Ill-Nature

Pronunciation: /ɪl ˈneɪtʃər/

Definitions of ill-nature

noun a disposition to be unkind, unfriendly, or malicious

Example Sentences

A1 She was known for her ill-nature towards strangers.

A2 His ill-nature often caused conflicts with his coworkers.

B1 The ill-nature of the boss made the work environment tense.

B2 Her ill-nature was evident in the way she treated her subordinates.

C1 His ill-nature was a result of years of unresolved anger and bitterness.

C2 The ill-nature of the situation escalated into a full-blown argument.

Examples of ill-nature in a Sentence

formal His ill-nature demeanor made it difficult to work with him.

informal She always had an ill-nature attitude towards everything.

slang Don't mind his ill-nature, he's just in a bad mood.

figurative The ill-nature of the storm caused widespread damage.

Grammatical Forms of ill-nature

• plural: ill-natures
• comparative: more ill-natured
• superlative: most ill-natured
• present tense: ill-natures
• future tense: will ill-nature
• perfect tense: has ill-natured
• continuous tense: is ill-naturing
• singular: ill-nature
• positive degree: ill-natured
• infinitive: to ill-nature
• gerund: ill-naturing
• participle: ill-natured

Origin and Evolution of ill-nature

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'ill-nature' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French term 'mal nature'

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ill-nature' has evolved to encompass a broader range of negative characteristics and behaviors, beyond just a bad disposition or temperament.