Mal Greek and Latin Roots Flashcards
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Malaria
A
Disease carried by mosquitoes
2
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Malevolent
A
having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
3
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Malapropism
A
he mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with unintentionally amusing effect, as in, for example,
4
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Malicious
A
characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.
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Malodorous
A
smelling very unpleasant
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Malady
A
a disease or ailment.
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Malediction
A
a magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction; a curse
8
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Malefactor
A
a person who commits a crime or some other wrong.
9
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Malignant
A
mean, and nasty
10
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Malpractice
A
improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment, especially by a medical practitioner, lawyer, or public official.
