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malefic

UK
/məˈlɛfɪk/
US
/məˈlɛfɪk/

Translations

maleficnoun
malefics
pl
UK
/məˈlef.ɪk/
US
/məˈlef.ɪk/
Used in astrology to denote a planet or influence considered harmful.
Synonyms
culprit
malefactor
evildoer
wrongdoer
villain
miscreant
criminal
perpetrator
offender
transgressor
maleficadjective
more malefic
Comp.
most malefic
Super.
UK
/məˈlɛfɪk/
US
/məˈlɛfɪk/
The malefic effects of the potion were immediately apparent.
Вредоносные эффекты зелья были сразу очевидны.
The malefic influence of the comet was feared by the villagers.
Зловещего влияния кометы боялись деревенские жители.
Synonyms
noxious
wicked
baleful
sinister
malevolent
evil
harmful
Antonyms
benefic
benign

Definitions

maleficnoun
A planet or other celestial body believed to exert a harmful or evil influence in astrology.
In traditional astrology, Mars is often classed as a malefic.
maleficadjective
Having a harmful or evil influence.
The malefic presence in the haunted house made everyone feel uneasy.
Causing or capable of causing harm or destruction, especially by supernatural means.
The sorcerer was known for his malefic spells that brought misfortune to his enemies.
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