Vocabulary Practice: mal, male

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mal

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A prefix meaning 'bad' or 'evil', used in words like 'malicious' and 'malfunction'.

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male

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A prefix meaning 'male' or 'man', used in words like 'malevolent'.

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dismal

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Giving bad feelings or vibes; depressing.

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malady

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A disease or disorder, often used to refer to a serious illness.

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malefactor

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A person who commits a crime or some wrongdoing.

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malice

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The intention or desire to do evil or harm.

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malignant

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Something harmful; in medical terms, it refers to tumors that can lead to death.

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malfeasance

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The performance of a lawful act in an illegal or improper manner.

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malnourished

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Having poor nutrition due to not having enough food or not eating the right foods.

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malaria

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A disease usually spread by mosquitoes, characterized by fever and chills.