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:
- virulent
- nasty
- bitter
- evil
- malignant
- catty
- poisonous
- bitchy
- bad
- malign
- despiteful
- jealous
- spiteful
- venomous
Antonyms:
- good-hearted
- nice
- kindly
- affectionate
- affable
- pleasant
- gracious
- nice
- friendly
- cordial
- unmalicious
- agreeable
- amiable
- benignant
- amiable
- pleasant
- kindhearted
- kindly
- genial
- unmalicious
- affectionate
- amorous
- sweet
- genial
- amorous
- benignant
- kindhearted
- cordial
- friendly
- good-hearted
- gracious
- affable
- warmhearted
- sweet
- agreeable
- warmhearted
Synonyms:
- hostile
- contemptuous
- disdainful
- snide
- baleful
- jaundiced
- scathing
- vindictive
- baneful
- acrimonious
- scurvy
- acrid
- mean-spirited
- scoundrelly
- resentful
- opprobrious
- scornful
- snotty
- unloving
- vitriolic
- obnoxious
- harsh
- snakelike
- unkind
- derogatory
- devious
- rancorous
- mean
- deprecating
- unkindly
- disparaging
- caustic
- inimical
- envious
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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,malicious, cruel, hateful, virulent,nasty, bitter, evil, malignant, catty
compassionate, sympathetic, loving, sympathetic,benevolent, kind, benevolent, kind, benign, loving
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.
