Malicious: meaning, definitions and examples

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malicious

 

[ məˈlɪʃəs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Intending or intended to do harm.

Synonyms

malevolent, spiteful, vindictive

Examples of usage

  • malicious rumors
  • malicious software can harm your computer
Context #2 | Adjective

intent

Showing a deliberate desire to cause harm.

Examples of usage

  • malicious intent
  • malicious smile
Context #3 | Adjective

effect

Resulting from or showing intense ill will or hatred.

Examples of usage

  • a malicious glare
  • malicious pleasure

Translations

Translations of the word "malicious" in other languages:

🇵🇹 malicioso

🇮🇳 द्वेषपूर्ण

🇩🇪 bösartig

🇮🇩 jahat

🇺🇦 злочинний

🇵🇱 złośliwy

🇯🇵 悪意のある

🇫🇷 malveillant

🇪🇸 malicioso

🇹🇷 kötü niyetli

🇰🇷 악의 있는

🇸🇦 خبيث

🇨🇿 zlovolný

🇸🇰 zlomyseľný

🇨🇳 恶意的

🇸🇮 zloben

🇮🇸 illgjarn

🇰🇿 зиянды

🇬🇪 მავნე

🇦🇿 zərərli

🇲🇽 malicioso

Etymology

The word 'malicious' originated from the Latin word 'malitia', meaning 'badness' or 'wickedness'. Over time, it evolved to its current usage in English to describe harmful intent or behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,833 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.