Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mal
Prefix
/mæl/
Definition
A prefix meaning bad or evil.
Examples
- Malpractice: improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment.
- Malicious: intending or intended to do harm.
- Malfunction: a failure to function in a normal or satisfactory manner.
Meaning
Used to form words that denote something negative or harmful.
Synonyms
- bad
- evil
- wrong
- harmful
