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malevolent

/məˈlɛvələnt/

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1 · adjective

wishing to harm others

恶意的

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The tale centers on a malevolent spirit in the forest.
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这个故事围绕森林里的一个恶灵展开。
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Pronunciation: /məˈlɛvələnt/

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