maliciously

C2
US /məˈlɪʃɪsli/
adv Freq #42315

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    In a malicious manner, or for malicious reasons.

    "Theer, govison, (blockhead) tak that," and Jack flings maliciously at him the wisp of rushes wherewith he has rubbed down his own bemudded person.

  2. 2
    adv

    with malice

Etymology

From Middle English maliciousli; equivalent to malicious + -ly.

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