Maleficence
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /məˈlɛfɪsəns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Maleficence is a noun meaning harmfulness or mischief.
Meaning
harmfulness or mischief.
Word Forms
- maleficences
Synonyms for maleficence
Depending on context, synonyms include mischief, balefulness.
Antonyms for maleficence
Common opposites include beneficence, nonmaleficence.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include balefulness, mischief, maleficience, malevolency, malice, evil.
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