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    Maligno (en. Malignant)

    /maˈliɣ.no/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something or someone that is harmful or malicious.
    His attitude was malignant, always seeking to harm others.
    Su actitud era maligna, siempre buscando dañar a los demás.
    It is said of a disease that has a serious or infectious character.
    The diagnosis revealed a malignant tumor.
    El diagnóstico reveló un tumor maligno.
    Used in supernatural contexts to describe malevolent beings or forces.
    The malignant spirit disturbed the tranquility of the town.
    El espíritu maligno perturbaba la tranquilidad del pueblo.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'malignus', which means 'wicked' or 'harmful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    malignant by nature
    Acting with malicious intent by its very essence.
    maligno por naturaleza
    to commit a malignant act
    To carry out an action that causes harm to others.
    hacer un acto maligno

    Related Words

    malice
    Intention to cause harm or provoke suffering.
    malicia
    malignant
    Adjective that describes something or someone with characteristics of evil.
    maligno
    benign
    That is not wicked or causes little harm.
    benigno

    Slang Meanings

    A person who seeks to harm cunningly.
    That girl is really wicked, always causing trouble.
    Esa chica es bien maligna, siempre haciendo problemas.
    Describes someone energetic but in a negative way.
    Don't trust him; he has a wicked air.
    No te fíes de él, tiene un aire maligno.