malicious
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Intended to cause harm or hurt someone deliberately.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
spiteful
vindictive
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Someone spread _____ rumors about her just before the election."
Answer: malicious
In your own words, what does "malicious" mean?
Intended to cause harm or hurt someone deliberately.
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