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Definition
1
Malicious
Having the nature of or resulting from malice
Examples
Malicious gossip
2
Malevolent
Wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred
Examples
A gossipy malevolent old woman
3
Malignant
Dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)
Examples
It was a malignant disease
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