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