Vicious or Viscious
Which Spelling is Correct? Confused between "vicious" and "viscious"? Learn the correct spelling, meaning, and how to use it properly in your writing.
Viscious
Incorrect spelling - "Viscious" is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "vicious" with only one "c" after the "i".
"Viscious" is a common misspelling of "Vicious". Always use "Vicious" when referring to the correct word.
Vicious
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Vicious" is the correct spelling. It means deliberately cruel or violent, or extremely severe or unpleasant.
Definition of Vicious
"Vicious": "Vicious" is the correct spelling. It means deliberately cruel or violent, or extremely severe or unpleasant.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Vicious
- • Cruel
- • Brutal
- • Ferocious
- • Savage
- • Malicious
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The vicious cycle of poverty is hard to break.
"Correct:" He received a vicious blow to the head.
"Correct:" The vicious rumor spread quickly.
"Incorrect:" "Viscious" is not used in standard English.
"Incorrect:" Always use vicious for the correct spelling.
Notes:
- • Vicious is spelled with only one "c" after the "i".
- • "Viscious" is never correct in any context.
- • The word comes from Latin "vitiosus" meaning "full of faults".
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "viscious" ever correct?
A: No, "viscious" is never correct. The proper spelling is always "vicious".
Q: How do I remember the correct spelling?
A: Remember "vicious" has only one "c" after the "i".
Q: What does vicious mean?
A: "Vicious" means deliberately cruel, violent, or extremely severe.
Summary
Remember: Vicious is the correct spelling, meaning cruel or violent. The misspelling "viscious" is never correct. Always use "vicious" in your writing.