Wicked is a Very Fine Intensifying Adverb if You’re a New Englander

Since the 13th century, the adjective wicked has meant “bad” or “evil.” So why do people in New England use wicked as an intensifying adverb to mean “very” or “extremely”? This is part of a complete episode.

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