Pronunciation: [məlˈɛvələntli] (IPA) 
"Malevolently" is spelled with the prefix "male" meaning "evil" or "bad" and the root word "volent" meaning "willing" or "desire". The suffix "-ly" is added to indicate an adverb. The pronunciation of "malevolently" is /məˈlɛvələntli/. The stress is on the third syllable "vol". This word is commonly used in literature or conversations to describe someone's intentional and harmful actions towards others or the environment.
Malevolently is an adverb that describes an action or attitude characterized by a strong desire to inflict harm, ill-will, or malicious intent towards others. It is derived from the word "malevolent," which itself means having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
When someone behaves malevolently, they exhibit a deliberate, intentional, and often unjustifiable desire to bring about harm or misfortune to someone else. This can manifest through various means, such as physical, emotional, or psychological harm, intentional deception, or spreading false rumors to tarnish another person's reputation.
The term malevolently is often associated with negative behaviors that are driven by animosity, jealousy, resentment, or a desire for power and control. Individuals who act in a malevolent manner often derive satisfaction from causing distress or suffering to others, deriving pleasure from the harm they inflict.
Malevolently is a word used to emphasize the deliberate and intentional nature of the harmful action or attitude being described. It implies that the malevolent individual is fully aware of the pain they are causing and takes pleasure in witnessing the suffering they create. This adverb enables us to depict and understand the motivation behind such negative behavior, allowing for a more precise understanding of the mindset and intent of the individual acting in a malevolent manner.
The word "malevolently" has its roots in Latin.
The term can be broken down into two parts: "male" and "volens". "Male" means "bad" or "evil" in Latin, while "volens" derives from the Latin verb "velle", meaning "to wish" or "to want".
When these two elements are combined, "malevolently" is formed, meaning "to wish or want evil or harm". It is used to describe an action or behavior that is done in a malicious or wicked manner.
