Crossword clue
“Criminal mastermind”
This clue appeared as 62-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
EVILGENIUSLetters10
Starts withE
Ends withS
Vowels5
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Criminal mastermind” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 23, 2025 as 62-Across. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with E and ends with S, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Criminal mastermind” clue?+
The answer is EVILGENIUS (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 23, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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