maleficent
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Adj — Causing harm, especially through evil intent.
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Etymology
From Latin male ("badly") plus a form of facere ("to do"), so literally "doing bad."
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What does “maleficent” mean?
The word “maleficent” means causing harm, especially through evil intent. In plain terms, a formal, almost literary word meaning harmful or evil-doing.
How do you pronounce “maleficent”?
“Maleficent” is pronounced muh-LEHF-ih-suhnt (/məˈlɛf.ɪ.sənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “maleficent” in a sentence?
Here is “maleficent” used in a sentence: “The story centers on a maleficent sorceress who curses the kingdom.”
What part of speech is “maleficent”?
“Maleficent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “maleficent” come from?
The word “maleficent” comes from Latin. From Latin male ("badly") plus a form of facere ("to do"), so literally "doing bad.".