Synonyms for Malicious

Definition of malicious

adjective
  1. having the nature of or resulting from malice; "malicious gossip"; "took malicious pleasure in...watching me wince"- Rudyard Kipling

11 synonyms found

Writing tips for "malicious"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bitchy, catty, despiteful can replace "malicious" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 11 alternatives available, "malicious" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Malicious" in song lyrics

See how malicious is used in real songs:

  • "The nemesis flows malicious."
    Bush Babees f/ De La Soul, Mos Def — The Love Song Remix
  • "See my rep's malicious"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit
  • "Flows malicious"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit

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