malign

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/məˈlaɪn/ English

Definitions

verb

To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.
To treat with malice; to show hatred toward; to abuse; to wrong.

adjective

Evil or malignant in disposition, nature, intent or influence.
Malevolent.
Malignant.“a malign ulcer”

Related words

Synonyms

malefic evil maleficent malevolent malignant badmouth traduce harmful injurious drag through the mud malicious sinister unholy defame vile wicked

Antonyms

Associated

immutable neglect spirits influences supernatural influence shadow intent banking islam characteristics spirit

Rhymes

saccharine asinine byzantine benign supine whine decline line fine outline

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