Pronunciation: /məˈlɛvələns/
noun the state or condition of being malevolent; ill will; malice; hatred
A1 The children were scared of the old house because they thought it was filled with malevolence.
A2 The villain's malevolence towards the hero was evident in every action he took.
B1 The malevolence of the dictator led to widespread suffering among the population.
B2 The detective could sense the malevolence behind the seemingly innocent facade of the suspect.
C1 Her malevolence knew no bounds as she plotted to destroy her rival's career.
C2 The malevolence of the supernatural entity was so intense that it sent shivers down the spines of all who encountered it.
formal The malevolence of his actions was evident in the deliberate harm he caused.
informal I can sense the malevolence in his intentions, he's up to no good.
slang That guy gives off major malevolence vibes, watch out for him.
figurative The storm clouds gathered with a sense of malevolence, as if nature itself was plotting against us.
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