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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

malice

/məˈlaɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does malice mean?

noun

The intention or desire to do harm to another person or group. Malice is often characterized by a deliberate and intentional act of harm, rather than an accidental or unintentional one.

Example

"The company's decision to lay off hundreds of employees was motivated by malice, rather than a genuine need to downsize."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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