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malicious

/məˈlɪʃəs/

maliciousadjective

more malicious

Comp.

most malicious

Super.

/məˈlɪʃəs/

Translations

malveillantSe dit d’une personne, d’une intention, d’un acte ou d’un logiciel visant à nuire.

The malicious rumors spread quickly through the office, damaging her reputation.

Les rumeurs malveillantes se sont répandues rapidement dans le bureau, nuisant à sa réputation.

Additional translations

malicieuxEmploi rare, surtout juridique ou littéraire, pour exprimer une intention de nuire.

Definitions

Having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone or something.

The malicious rumors spread quickly through the office, damaging her reputation.

Intended to do harm or cause distress.

The malicious software infected thousands of computers, causing widespread disruption.

(Law) Intentionally wrongful; done without legal justification and with the intent to harm.

The plaintiff alleged that the officers engaged in malicious prosecution.

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