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What does the prefix 'mal-' mean?
What does the prefix 'mal-' mean?
What is a malady?
What is a malady?
a sickness or illness; bad health
Define malefactor.
Define malefactor.
a person who does the wrong thing; an evil person
What does it mean to be malevolent?
What does it mean to be malevolent?
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What is malfeasance?
What is malfeasance?
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What does malfunction mean?
What does malfunction mean?
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What is the meaning of malice?
What is the meaning of malice?
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Define malignant.
Define malignant.
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What does malnutrition refer to?
What does malnutrition refer to?
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What does malodorous mean?
What does malodorous mean?
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Explain malpractice.
Explain malpractice.
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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.
