Malice

Meaning

The intention or desire to do evil; ill will

The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm.

Example Sentences

There was no malice in his criticism, just honest feedback.

She bore no malice towards her former friend.

Example Expressions

with malice aforethought

Synonyms

spite, hatred, venom, animosity, ill will, hostility, bitterness

Entry 1

spite, hatred, venom, animosity, ill will

Entry 2

ill will, hatred, spite, hostility, bitterness

Antonyms

kindness, goodwill, benevolence, love, affection

Entry 1

kindness, goodwill, benevolence, love

Entry 2

kindness, goodwill, affection

Collocations

with malice, malice aforethought, pure malice, without malice, act with malice, full of malice, bear malice, malice in his heart

Entry 1

with malice, malice aforethought, pure malice, without malice

Entry 2

act with malice, full of malice, bear malice, malice in his heart