Evil, in a general context, is the absence or opposite of that which is ascribed as being good. Often, evil is used to denote profound
immorality. In certain religious contexts, evil has been described as a
supernatural force. Definitions of evil vary, as does the analysis of its motives. However, elements that are commonly associated with evil involve
unbalanced behavior involving expediency,
selfishness,
ignorance, or
neglect.