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Term: Malevolent

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Showing a desire to harm others; having ill will; malicious.

Example Sentence: The malevolent villain plotted to destroy the city and everyone in it.

Sense 2:

Having an evil or harmful influence.

Example Sentence: The abandoned house had a malevolent air about it, sending shivers down our spines.

Sense 3:

Intending to cause harm or injury.

Example Sentence: The malevolent bully taunted his classmates, making their lives miserable.

Sense 4:

Characterized by intense ill will or hatred.

Example Sentence: The malevolent glare in his eyes made it evident that he despised his former friend.

Sense 5 (Local Usage):

An urban legend in the town had stories of malevolent spirits haunting the old cemetery.

Example Sentence: Locals warned not to wander near the haunted graveyard as they believed malevolent entities lurked there.

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