Malicious and Morose

Malicious

Malicious adjective - Having or showing a desire to cause someone pain or suffering for the sheer enjoyment of it.

Morose and malicious are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Morose" instead an adjective "Malicious".

Nearby Words: malice, malignant, maliciously

Morose

Morose adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.

Malicious and morose are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Malicious" instead an adjective "Morose".

Nearby Word: morosely
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