week 5/1 - 5/5 Flashcards
maladjustment
an incorrect adjustment; an imbalance
maladroit
clumsy, awkward
malady
an illness; an unhealthy condition
malaria
an infectious, recurring disease spread by mosquitoes
malcontent
dissatisfied with existing conditions
malediction
a curse, slander
malefactor
criminal
maleficent
producing evil or harm
malevolent
demonstrating hatred or ill will
malfeasance
misconduct or wrongdoing, especially by a public official
malfunction
to fail to function or work properly
malice
desire to harm others
malicious
intent to hurt or harm
malign
to speak evil of; slander
malignant
demonstrating an evil nature; deadly
malnutrition
inadequate or poor nutrition
malodorous
having a foul oder
malpractice
failure by a health professional to meet accepted standards; resulting in injury, loss, or damage
maltreat
to abuse, treat badly
malversation
corruption in public office
