Greek & Latin Root: Mal; Male

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What does the root 'mal' mean?

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The root 'mal' means 'bad' or 'evil'.

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What does the root 'male' mean?

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The root 'male' also means 'bad' or 'evil', often used in terms like 'malevolent'.

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Define 'dismal'.

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Dismal means depressing; causing gloom or misery.

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What is a 'malefactor'?

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A malefactor is an evildoer; a person who does bad things.

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What does 'malfeasance' refer to?

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Malfeasance refers to wrongdoing or bad conduct by a public official.

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What does it mean to be 'malnourished'?

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To be malnourished means having bad health or poor nutrition.

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Define 'malevolent'.

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Malevolent describes a person or character who wishes bad things to happen to others.

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What is a 'malady'?

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A malady is a disease or ailment.

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What does 'malicious' mean?

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Malicious means having the intention to do harm or cause bad feelings.

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What is the meaning of 'malignant'?

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Malignant means very virulent or infectious; it can also refer to something harmful.