Malevolent (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred; "a gossipy malevolent old woman"; "failure made him malevolent toward those who were successful".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The dictator's malevolent policies towards his opponents sparked a wave of terror throughout the country.
- After being betrayed by her business partner, Sarah had malevolent feelings towards anyone who she perceived had wronged her in the past.
- The villain's malevolent glare sent shivers down the spines of the protagonists in the horror movie.
- The community rallied together to condemn the malevolent actions of the corrupt government official.
- The bullied child grew up with malevolent intentions towards the people who had tormented him in his youth.
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Meaning 2
Having or exerting a malignant influence; "malevolent stars"; "a malefic force".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The eerie and abandoned mansion was said to have a malevolent presence that kept locals away.
- Her malevolent grin sent shivers down his spine as she revealed her plan for revenge.
- The old crone was rumored to possess malevolent powers, and the villagers avoided her at all costs.
- A malevolent force seemed to be at work in the company, causing equipment to malfunction and employees to fall ill.
- The malevolent entity had been awakened by the team's reckless meddling with forces beyond their control.