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Malevolent

usgb/məˈlevələnt/Volume
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Negative Tone

Malevolent has a strong negative tone, signaling harmful intentions or evil.

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The malevolent glint in his eyes foretold trouble.
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Strong Emotion

Use 'malevolent' to describe deep and intense ill will or maliciousness.

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The dictator's malevolent rule caused the people great suffering.
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Not Petty

'Malevolent' is more serious than simply being unkind or petty.

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The malevolent witch cursed the entire kingdom.
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