malignity

noun
UK: /məˈlɪɡnɪti/
US: /məˈlɪɡnɪti/

  1. Intense ill will, hatred, or spite; a strong desire to cause harm or suffering.

    1. The malignity in his eyes scared her.
    2. The king's malignity toward his enemies was well known throughout the kingdom.

  2. A dangerous and harmful quality, especially of a disease or condition; the state of being malignant.

    1. The malignity of the tumor made surgery necessary.
    2. Doctors were concerned about the potential malignity of the infection if left untreated.

  3. A malicious act or intent; something that shows great wickedness.

    1. His malignity was evident in his cruel actions.
    2. The author portrayed the villain's malignity through a series of deceptive schemes.

Synonyms

wickedness evil malevolence rancor spite virulence malice

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "malignity" in English means: Intense ill will, hatred, or spite; a strong desire to cause harm or suffering., A dangerous and harmful quality, especially of a disease or condition; the state of being malignant., A malicious act or intent; something that shows great wickedness..

The phonetic transcription of "malignity" is /məˈlɪɡnɪti/ in British English and /məˈlɪɡnɪti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "malignity": wickedness, evil, malevolence, rancor, spite, virulence, malice.

Example usage of "malignity": "The malignity in his eyes scared her.". More examples on the page.