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Malicious

/məˈlɪʃəs/
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(adj) Intending to do harm; characterized by spite and malice.

Malicious gossip spreads like wildfire. I guess that's why they say bad news travels fast.
Beware of 'One Ring' malicious nuisance calls!!
CEFR Practice Quiz
The website was attacked by a ____ software program that tried to steal users' personal information.

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