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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

balefully

/ˈbeɪlfʊli/ adverb · British & US
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What does balefully mean?

adverb

Looking or acting with a malevolent or malignant gaze; threatening or ominous in appearance or effect.

Example

"The dark clouds hung balefully over the city, threatening a storm."

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