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Malicious

Definition:

Adjective: Having or showing a desire to harm, injure, or cause trouble to someone intentionally.

Examples:

1. Adjective - Harmful Intent:

She spread malicious rumors about her ex-boyfriend.

2. Adjective - Malicious Software:

The website was infected with malicious code, which caused multiple users' devices to crash.

3. Adverb - Acting with Malice:

He smiled maliciously as he tripped his classmate.

4. Noun - A Malicious Person:

Be aware of the malicious among us, for they will stop at nothing to achieve their own goals.

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