Dark side

Pronunciation: /ˈdɑɹk ˈsaɪd/

Dark side (noun)

  1. The part of a person or group that shows harmful, selfish, or cruel actions, often kept secret.
  2. A force or influence connected with evil, danger, or wrongdoing, especially when it affects people’s choices.
  3. The negative side of something that is not obvious at first, such as risks or harmful effects.

Examples

  • He showed his dark side only when nobody watched.
  • The manager hid his dark side behind polite words.