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Meaning of maledict
The primary meaning of the word "maledict" is to utter or pronounce a curse.
Etymology of maledict
The word "maledict" has its roots in the Latin words "male" meaning "evil" and "dicere" meaning "to speak"
Historically, the term was used in the context of formal curses or pronouncements of evil
Synonyms
curse
anathema
execration
imprecation
malediction
denunciation
condemnation
censure
reprobation
disapproval
displeasure
disfavor
odium
hostility
animosity
rancor
ill will
malevolence
malignity
evil
evilness
wickedness
iniquity
depravity
villainy
calumny
slander
libel
aspersion
obloquy
vilification
abuse
invective
vitriol
venom
rancor
bitterness
acrimony
acerbity
asperity
Definitions
- To pronounce a curse upon someone or something
- * A formal public declaration of a curse
Usage Examples
- The angry witch maledict the village that had wronged her
- * The priest's words were a maledict upon the wicked deeds of the tyrant
Antonyms
blessing
benediction
approval
praise
commendation
accolade
honor
esteem
reverence
veneration
admiration
adoration
exaltation
glorification
canonization
beatification
sanctification
consecration
dedication
invocation
supplication
prayer
thanksgiving
eulogy
tribute
homage
laudation
acclamation
applause