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Meaning of malevolently
The primary meaning of the word "malevolently" is to have or show a wish to do harm to someone or something.
Etymology of malevolently
The word "malevolently" originates from the Latin words "male" meaning "badly" or "evil" and "volens" meaning "wishing", with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe actions or intentions that are harmful or malicious
Synonyms
maliciously
spitefully
vindictively
resentfully
bitterly
hostilely
aggressively
violently
cruelly
brutally
ruthlessly
mercilessly
heartlessly
callously
inhumanly
savagely
ferociously
barbarously
iniquitously
nefariously
wickedly
evilly
diabolically
devilishly
fiendishly
monstrous
heinously
atrociously
abominably
detestably
reprehensibly
unconscionably
Definitions
- Having or showing a wish to do harm to someone or something
- * Characterized by or showing ill will, spite, or malice
Usage Examples
- The villain in the movie acted malevolently towards the hero, trying to destroy everything he held dear
- * The company's competitors were acting malevolently, spreading false rumors to undermine their reputation
Antonyms
benevolently
kindly
generously
charitably
altruistically
selflessly
unselfishly
humanely
compassionately
sympathetically
empathetically
gently
mildly
softly
peacefully
calmly
quietly
harmlessly
innocently
neutrally
objectively
fairly
justly
impartially