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Malicious vs. Malevolent vs. Malignant

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malicious
Definition

having the nature of or resulting from malice

Examples

malicious gossip

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malevolent
Definition

wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred

Examples

a gossipy malevolent old woman

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malignant
Definition

dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)

Examples

it was a malignant disease