malignant

//məˈlɪɡnənt//
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Adjective

malignantCanonical form
1

(Of a disease or tumor) very dangerous and likely to cause death; tending to spread uncontrollably in the body.

The biopsy revealed a malignant tumor that required immediate treatment.

2

Having or showing a strong desire to harm others; deeply malevolent or spiteful.

She gave him a malignant look full of hatred.

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