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English

Etymology

Latin, from male 'ill' + velle 'to wish'.

Pronunciation

Adjective

malevolent (comparative more malevolent, superlative most malevolent)

Positive malevolent

Comparative more malevolent

Superlative most malevolent
  1. having or displaying ill will; wishing harm on others
  2. having an evil or harmful influence

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