Vocabulary List 1 - The Good with the Bad

Front

What does the term 'malcontent' mean?

Back

A person who is dissatisfied and rebellious.

Front

What is a 'bona fide' item?

Back

An item that is genuine or real.

Front

What is 'dysentery'?

Back

An illness caused by infection of the intestines, leading to severe diarrhea.

Front

What does the prefix 'bene-' signify in a word?

Back

It indicates a positive or good meaning.

Front

What does 'malice' mean in a legal context?

Back

The intention to do harm or evil.

Front

Provide an example of a word with the prefix 'bene-'.

Back

Beneficial.

Front

What is the opposite of 'benign'?

Back

Malignant.

Front

What does 'benefit' mean?

Back

An advantage or profit gained from something.

Front

What is the meaning of 'malignant'?

Back

Very virulent or infectious; harmful.

Front

What does 'benign' mean in a medical context?

Back

Not harmful in effect; in particular, not malignant.