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malevolent

/ˌmeɪləˈvɒlənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does malevolent mean?

adjective

Having or showing a wish to do harm to others; wishing to cause harm or evil.

Example

"The malevolent intentions behind the company's actions were soon exposed."

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