What does maleficiate mean?
Maleficiate means cursed; bewitched.
Maleficiate
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
cursed; bewitched.
Definitions by Sense
- cursed; bewitched
- (obsolete) To bewitch; to harm or curse.
Example Sentences
every black dog or cat he sees he suspecteth to be a Devil, every person comes near him is maleficiated
Synonyms for maleficiate
Antonyms for maleficiate
Related Words
Word Forms
- maleficiates
- maleficiating
- maleficiated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for maleficiate?
Common synonyms include ensorcelled, spellbound, under a spell, bespelled.
What is the opposite of maleficiate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use maleficiate in a sentence?
every black dog or cat he sees he suspecteth to be a Devil, every person comes near him is maleficiated
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