Mal Root Words Flashcards
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What does dismal mean?

  • A joyful feeling
  • A luxurious environment
  • A depressing feeling; causing gloom or misery (correct)
  • A celebratory mood

What is a malady?

bad health; illness; sickness

What does malaria refer to?

a disease usually spread by infected mosquitoes; bad air

What is a malefactor?

<p>an evildoer; a person who does bad things</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define malevolent.

<p>a word that describes a person or character who wishes bad things would happen to others</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malfeasance mean?

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

What is the meaning of malice?

<p>mischief; evil intent; bad will</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malignant mean?

<p>harmful; something bad enough that could result in death when related to cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be malnourished?

<p>having bad health or poor nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does malodorous mean?

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

The root 'mal' or 'male' means ___

<p>bad, abnormal, worse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • Dismal: Associated with a gloomy or depressing atmosphere; evokes feelings of misery.
  • Malady: Refers to any state of bad health or illness, signifying a general sickness.
  • Malaria: A serious illness typically transmitted through mosquitoes, historically linked to "bad air," reflecting its environmental origins.
  • Malefactor: A term for an individual who commits wrongful acts; synonymous with evildoer or wrongdoer.
  • Malevolent: Describes individuals or characters who harbor ill will or desire harmful outcomes for others.
  • Malfeasance: Encompasses illegal or unethical behavior, particularly by officials in public service roles.
  • Malice: Represents the intent to cause harm or suffering; embodies concepts of wickedness and mischief.
  • Malignant: Signifies harmful effects, particularly in medical contexts, indicating a severe or fatal nature, often related to cancer.
  • Malnourished: Describes a condition resulting from inadequate nutrition, highlighting poor health linked to dietary deficiencies.
  • Malodorous: Characterizes unpleasant or offensive smells, often used in the context of decay or foulness.
  • "Mal" or "Male" Root-words: Indicates themes of badness, abnormality, or deterioration, forming the basis for various terms related to negative conditions.

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Explore the meanings of various words related to the root 'mal', which indicates negativity or bad conditions. This quiz features terms such as 'dismal', 'malady', and 'malefactor', enhancing your vocabulary with words that convey unfavorable concepts. Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of these integral root words.

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