Greek & Latin Root: Mal; Male

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malefactor

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an evildoer; a person who does bad things.

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malaria

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bad air; a disease usually spread by infected mosquitos.

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malodorous

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bad smell; stinky.

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malignant

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harmful; something bad enough that it could result in death when related to cancer.

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malfeasance

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wrongdoing or bad conduct by a public official.

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malady

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a disease or ailment.

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malevolent

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having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

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malnourished

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having bad health or poor nutrition.

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malpractice

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improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment.

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malfunction

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to fail to function normally or satisfactorily.