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Malevolent

usgb/məˈlevələnt/Volume
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Negative TonePlay
Malevolent has a strong negative tone, signaling harmful intentions or evil. SlideThe malevolent glint in his eyes foretold trouble.
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Strong EmotionPlay
Use 'malevolent' to describe deep and intense ill will or maliciousness. SlideThe dictator's malevolent rule caused the people great suffering.
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Not PettyPlay
'Malevolent' is more serious than simply being unkind or petty. SlideThe malevolent witch cursed the entire kingdom.