Pronunciation: /ˈmɑləm ɪn seɪ/
noun a Latin phrase meaning 'wrong in itself'
A1 Malum in se is a Latin term that refers to something that is inherently wrong.
A2 In some cultures, stealing is considered malum in se.
B1 The concept of malum in se is often used in legal discussions.
B2 Crimes like murder and rape are typically classified as malum in se offenses.
C1 Philosophers debate the nature of malum in se and whether moral absolutes exist.
C2 The concept of malum in se challenges individuals to consider universal principles of right and wrong.
preposition in this context, 'in' is used as a preposition to indicate the relationship between 'malum' and 'se'
A1 Malum in se means inherently evil.
A2 The concept of malum in se is understood as wrong in itself.
B1 Crimes that are considered malum in se are universally condemned.
B2 The legal principle of malum in se applies to acts that are inherently immoral.
C1 In the court of law, malum in se offenses are treated more severely.
C2 The distinction between malum in se and malum prohibitum is crucial in legal philosophy.
formal The concept of malum in se refers to acts that are inherently wrong, regardless of whether they are illegal or not.
informal Some people believe that stealing is malum in se, meaning it is wrong in and of itself.
slang Dude, cheating on your partner is totally malum in se, you just don't do it.
figurative His actions were like a malum in se, causing irreparable harm to those around him.
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