Malign Definition
malign
- adjective
- evil or harmful in nature or influence; "prompted by malign motives"; "believed in witches and malign spirits"; "gave him a malign look"; "a malign lesion"
- having or exerting a malignant influence; "malevolent stars"; "a malefic force"
- verb
- speak unfavorably about; "She badmouths her husband everywhere"
Words that rhyme with malign
Usage tips for "malign"
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