Mal- Prefix Overview Quiz
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What does the prefix 'mal-' mean?

  • bad (correct)
  • happy
  • good
  • neutral

What is a malady?

a sickness or illness; bad health

Define malefactor.

a person who does the wrong thing; an evil person

What does it mean to be malevolent?

<p>wishing evil or bad will for others; mean</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is malfeasance?

<p>bad conduct or wrongdoing by a public official</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malfunction mean?

<p>to function imperfectly or badly; fail to operate normally</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of malice?

<p>a desire to do something bad to someone else; doing something that is wrong on purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define malignant.

<p>very bad or harmful; likely to cause death</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malnutrition refer to?

<p>a poor diet; bad eating habits that result in poor health</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malodorous mean?

<p>stinky; having a bad smell</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain malpractice.

<p>an instance of bad conduct or treatment from a doctor or other professional</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mal- Prefix Overview

  • The prefix "mal-" signifies negative connotations such as bad, badly, wrong, or ill.

Malady

  • Refers to a sickness or illness, indicating a state of poor health.

Malefactor

  • Describes a person who engages in wrongful acts or behaves in an evil manner.

Malevolent

  • Characterizes someone who wishes harm or evil upon others; implies mean-spirited behavior.

Malfeasance

  • Indicates misconduct or wrongdoing, particularly by public officials, highlighting a breach of duty.

Malfunction

  • Refers to failure in functioning, illustrating issues where something does not operate as intended.

Malice

  • Represents the intention or desire to inflict harm or do something wrong deliberately.

Malignant

  • Describes conditions that are very harmful or dangerous, often associated with severe health threats, including death.

Malnutrition

  • Indicates inadequate nutrition resulting from poor diet or eating habits, leading to health issues.

Malodorous

  • Pertains to objectionable smells, characterizing something that is notably stinky or unpleasant.

Malpractice

  • Refers to improper or negligent professional conduct, particularly in healthcare, resulting in harm to individuals.

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Test your knowledge on the prefix 'mal-' and its various meanings and implications. This quiz covers terms like malady, malefactor, and malignancy, exploring their definitions and usage in context. Perfect for enhancing vocabulary and understanding of negative connotations in language.

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