GRE Word List

MALEVOLENT

having, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred

The meaning of the word malevolent is having, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred.

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WordMeaning
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
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oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
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pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
capacitylegal competency (see competence