Malicious
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Personal Harm
Used when someone's actions are meant to hurt others personally or their reputation. Spreading those rumors was a malicious act.
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Beyond Anger
Implies a deeper, more intentional desire to harm than just being angry or upset. Her malicious behavior was beyond simple frustration.
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Subtle Hostility
Actions may not be openly violent but are underhandedly hurtful. The critique was laced with malicious undertones.