Word: MALIGN
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Definition of MALIGN
- To make defamatory statements about; to slander or traduce.
- To treat with malice; to show hatred toward; to abuse; to wrong.
- Evil or malignant in disposition, nature, intent or influence.
- Malevolent.
- Malignant.
"a malign ulcer"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "malign" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "malign", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MALIGN a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is MALIGN worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in MALIGN? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MALIGN:
- # the malign effect
- # master of malign
- # playing with malign
- # in terms of malign
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