Malicioso (en. Malicious)

/ma.li.ˈsi.o.so/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
It refers to a person who acts with bad intention.
His malicious comment sparked a discussion among colleagues.
Su comentario malicioso provocó una discusión entre los compañeros.
That implies or causes harm deliberately.
Malicious software quickly infected the computer.
El software malicioso infectó la computadora rápidamente.
That is designed to deceive or harm.
Malicious networks seek to capture personal information.
Las redes maliciosas buscan capturar información personal.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'maliciosus', which means 'malevolent' or 'intentionally harmful'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

malicious as a cat
It refers to someone crafty and deceitful.
malicioso como un gato
to have a malicious comment
To express an opinion with the intent to offend or harm.
tener un comentario malicioso

Related Words

malice
Intention to cause harm or create problems.
malicia
malevolent
That wishes harm or acts with the intention of causing damage.
malévolo

Slang Meanings

Malicious trick
When a malicious trick is used to win in the game.
Cuando se usa un truco malicioso para ganar en el juego.
Malicious saying
A sarcastic comment intended to cause harm.
Un comentario sarcástico que tiene la intención de hacer daño.