Malice

Synonyms of malice

• malevolence
• spite
• ill will

Antonyms of malice

• kindness
• benevolence
• goodwill

Collocations of malice

malicious intent

Frequency: 70 %

The defendant was found guilty of acting with malicious intent.

malicious behavior

Frequency: 60 %

The bully's malicious behavior towards his classmates was unacceptable.

malicious attack

Frequency: 50 %

The hacker launched a malicious attack on the company's website.

malicious gossip

Frequency: 45 %

She spread malicious gossip about her co-worker to tarnish her reputation.

Idiomatic Expressions for malice

• Phrase: with malice aforethought
  Meaning: with a deliberate intention to cause harm or damage
  Usage: The suspect was charged with arson with malice aforethought.