malignant
0 antonyms and opposites of malignant, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Harmful or hostile in intent; wishing ill on others.
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Etymology
From Middle French malignant, ultimately from Late Latin malignans — related to "malign."
Full origin of malignant →Frequently asked questions
What does “malignant” mean?
The word “malignant” means harmful or hostile in intent; wishing ill on others. In plain terms, dangerously harmful — either a person acting with real ill will, or a disease (especially cancer) that is aggressive and spreading.
How do you pronounce “malignant”?
“Malignant” is pronounced muh-LIHG-nuhnt (/məˈlɪɡnənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “malignant” in a sentence?
Here is “malignant” used in a sentence: “He spread malignant rumours about his former business partner.”
What part of speech is “malignant”?
“Malignant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “malignant” come from?
The word “malignant” comes from Late Latin. From Middle French malignant, ultimately from Late Latin malignans — related to "malign.".
Is “malignant” a common word?
“Malignant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “malignant” have?
“Malignant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: harmful or hostile in intent; wishing ill on others.