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MALIGN

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Malign.

How to pronounce malign:

US

Malign - as an adjective

Evil or harmful in nature or influence

Example: "Prompted by malign motives"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
benign9

Malign - as an adjective satellite

Having or exerting a malignant influence

Example: "Malevolent stars"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evil7malefic14malevolent15

Malign - as a verb

Speak unfavorably about

Example: "She badmouths her husband everywhere"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
badmouth16drag through the mudtraduce10

Example Sentences

"He had a malign influence on his younger brother."
"The reports about the company's malign intentions were false."
"Her malign behavior towards her colleagues cost her the promotion."
"The malign rumors spread quickly throughout the school."
"He was known for his malign attitude towards authority."
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Word Game Points

Is MALIGN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, malign is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MALIGN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is MALIGN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, malign is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MALIGN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is MALIGN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, malign is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MALIGN has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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