CEFR C2

malevolence

noun

Meaning

The state or quality of being malevolent; ill will or hatred.

Examples

The jury could sense the malevolence in the defendant's cold stare.
Despite his outward charm, a deep malevolence lurked within his heart.

Synonyms: spite, malice, hatred, animosity

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malevolence (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /məˈlɛvələns/

Definition

The state or quality of being malevolent; ill will or hatred.

Examples

The jury could sense the malevolence in the defendant's cold stare.
Despite his outward charm, a deep malevolence lurked within his heart.
Her actions were driven by pure malevolence, not by any logical reason.

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Antonyms of malevolence

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