week 5/1 - 5/5 Flashcards

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maladjustment

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an incorrect adjustment; an imbalance

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maladroit

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clumsy, awkward

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3
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malady

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an illness; an unhealthy condition

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4
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malaria

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an infectious, recurring disease spread by mosquitoes

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5
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malcontent

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dissatisfied with existing conditions

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6
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malediction

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a curse, slander

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7
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malefactor

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criminal

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8
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maleficent

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producing evil or harm

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9
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malevolent

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demonstrating hatred or ill will

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10
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malfeasance

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misconduct or wrongdoing, especially by a public official

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11
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malfunction

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to fail to function or work properly

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12
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malice

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desire to harm others

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13
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malicious

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intent to hurt or harm

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14
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malign

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to speak evil of; slander

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15
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malignant

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demonstrating an evil nature; deadly

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16
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malnutrition

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inadequate or poor nutrition

17
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malodorous

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having a foul oder

18
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malpractice

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failure by a health professional to meet accepted standards; resulting in injury, loss, or damage

19
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maltreat

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to abuse, treat badly

20
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malversation

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corruption in public office