mal words + defintions Flashcards
malevolent
having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
malapropism
the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with unintentionally amusing effect, as in, for example, “dance a flamingo ” (instead of flamenco ).
malicious
characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.
malodorous
smelling very unpleasant.
malady
a disease or ailment.
malaria
an intermittent and remittent fever caused by a protozoan parasite that invades the red blood cells. The parasite is transmitted by mosquitoes in many tropical and subtropical regions.
malediciton
a magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction; a curse.
malefactor
a person who commits a crime or some other wrong.
malignant
malevolent.
malpractice
improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment, especially by a medical practitioner, lawyer, or public official.