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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

malefactor

/ˈmeɪlfæktər/ noun · British & US
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What does malefactor mean?

noun

A person who commits a crime or wrongdoing; a wrongdoer. A person who causes harm or damage to someone or something.

Example

"The police were searching for the malefactor who had stolen the valuable artwork."

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