noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
villain; baddie; villain's role
Refers to a villainous character in a story, drama, or film, or the role itself. Can also be used figuratively for someone who plays the 'bad guy' in a real-life situation.
彼はその映画で悪役を演じた。
He played the villain in that movie.
会議で彼は悪役
He took on the role of the bad guy at the meeting.