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Maleficence (Noun)

The quality or nature of being harmful or evil.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

The dictator's maleficence was evident in the brutal suppression of the opposition movement.
The dark magic practiced by the sorcerer was a manifestation of maleficence that brought destruction to the land.
The maleficence of the disease was such that it left its victims with severe and lasting damage.
The corrupt politician's maleficence was revealed in the scandal that exposed his embezzlement and abuse of power.
The villain's maleficence was the driving force behind the plot to destroy the city and its inhabitants.

Doing or causing evil.

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

The villain's maleficence was evident in the way he delighted in causing suffering and chaos.
The company's maleficence was exposed when it was revealed that they had been dumping toxic waste in the nearby river.
Her maleficence was legendary, with many people fearing her wrath and avoiding her at all costs.
The cult's maleficence was evident in the way they manipulated and exploited their followers for their own gain.
The politician's maleficence was exposed when it was revealed that he had been embezzling funds meant for the poor.