malevolent (Meaning)
malevolent (s)
wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred
having or exerting a malignant influence
malevolent (a.)
Wishing evil; disposed to injure others; rejoicing in another's misfortune.
Synonyms & Antonyms of malevolent
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Synonyms:
- bitter
- bitchy
- despiteful
- malign
- evil
- jealous
- poisonous
- nasty
- venomous
- malignant
- catty
- virulent
- spiteful
- bad
Antonyms:
- good-hearted
- warmhearted
- affable
- agreeable
- amorous
- sweet
- affectionate
- kindly
- pleasant
- friendly
- sweet
- gracious
- unmalicious
- kindhearted
- agreeable
- benignant
- unmalicious
- amiable
- cordial
- nice
- nice
- genial
- pleasant
- amiable
- friendly
- genial
- cordial
- good-hearted
- kindhearted
- gracious
- affectionate
- amorous
- benignant
- affable
- kindly
- warmhearted
Synonyms:
- inimical
- jaundiced
- harsh
- snotty
- unkind
- baneful
- rancorous
- scornful
- scathing
- contemptuous
- envious
- vitriolic
- snide
- hostile
- unkindly
- mean-spirited
- derogatory
- disparaging
- opprobrious
- scoundrelly
- vindictive
- scurvy
- unloving
- deprecating
- snakelike
- acrimonious
- devious
- resentful
- mean
- acrid
- baleful
- obnoxious
- caustic
- disdainful
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malevolent Sentence Examples
- The malevolent sorcerer cast a dark spell, plunging the kingdom into chaos.
- The malevolent spirit haunted the ancient manor, tormenting its occupants.
- A malevolent force lurked in the shadows, twisting the minds of the innocent.
- The malevolent gossip spread through the town, poisoning the minds of its citizens.
- The malevolent child had a look of pure evil in his eyes, capable of inflicting unbearable pain.
- The malevolent virus ravaged through the population, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
- The malevolent politician used his power to manipulate and control the masses.
- The malevolent conspiracy theorist spread baseless rumors, inciting hatred and division.
- The malevolent corporation exploited its workers, caring only for profit at the expense of human lives.
- The malevolent smile on the villain's face hinted at the darkness that lay beneath his charming exterior.
FAQs About the word malevolent
wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred, having or exerting a malignant influenceWishing evil; disposed to injure o
vicious, hateful,malicious, cruel, bitter, bitchy, despiteful, malign, evil, jealous
kind, benign,benevolent, warm, good, warm, kind, benevolent, sympathetic, benign
The malevolent sorcerer cast a dark spell, plunging the kingdom into chaos.
The malevolent spirit haunted the ancient manor, tormenting its occupants.
A malevolent force lurked in the shadows, twisting the minds of the innocent.
The malevolent gossip spread through the town, poisoning the minds of its citizens.
