malignant

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Adjective malignant has 2 senses

malignant - dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)
Antonym: benign
malevolent, malignant - extremely malevolent or malicious; "the malignant tongues of gossipers"
Antonyms: benign, benignant (indirect, via malign)

Definitions from the Web

Malignant

Definitions:

(adjective) Showing a desire to cause harm, suffering, or distress; harmful or deadly.
(adjective) (of a tumor) Cancerous and capable of spreading to other parts of the body.
(adjective) Malevolent; evil in nature or intent.

Examples:

Adjective - Meaning 1:

His malignant actions led to the downfall of many innocent people.

She unleashed a malignant plot to ruin her rival's reputation.

Adjective - Meaning 2:

The doctors discovered a malignant tumor in his lung that required immediate treatment.

Early detection of malignant cells can significantly improve the chances of successful treatment.

Adjective - Meaning 3:

The malignant witch cursed the entire village with eternal darkness.

His malignant intentions were evident by the way he manipulated others for personal gain.

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