Necessary evil Synonyms

Definitions for Necessary


  • (adjective) forcing one's compliance or participation by or as if by law
  • (adjective) impossible to avoid or evade
  • (adjective) impossible to do without

Definitions for Evil


  • (adjective) not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable
  • (adjective) causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment
  • (noun) that which is morally unacceptable