Malicious

usgb/məˈlɪʃəs/
adjective

Intending or intended to do harm.

He received a malicious email that infected his computer with a virus.
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Often appears as...

  • malicious intent
  • malicious damage

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Disapproving

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Personal Harm

Used when someone's actions are meant to hurt others personally or their reputation.

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Spreading those rumors was a malicious act.
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Beyond Anger

Implies a deeper, more intentional desire to harm than just being angry or upset.

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Her malicious behavior was beyond simple frustration.
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Subtle Hostility

Actions may not be openly violent but are underhandedly hurtful.

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The critique was laced with malicious undertones.
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