What does maleficence mean?
Maleficence means harmfulness or mischief..
Maleficence
/məˈlɛfɪsəns/ · noun
Meaning
harmfulness or mischief..
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Synonyms for maleficence
Antonyms for maleficence
Related Words
Word Forms
- maleficences
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for maleficence?
Common synonyms include mischief, balefulness.
What is the opposite of maleficence?
Possible antonyms include beneficence, nonmaleficence.
How do you use maleficence in a sentence?
Use maleficence where its definition matches the intended context.
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