malevolent

(ma-lev-o-lent) 4 syllables

Definition


adjective.
wishing or doing evil to others; illwilled; malicious

Example Sentence

He has a malevolent inclination to destroy the happiness of others.

Synonyms

destructive; malicious; malignant

Antonyms

benevolent

Rhymes

  • prevalent

  • benevolent
  • malevolent