maliciousness

/məˈlɪʃəsnəs/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being intentionally harmful or cruel.
    • The villain's maliciousness was clear in every cruel act he committed.
    • The maliciousness of the prank shocked everyone, as it caused real emotional pain.
    • Her comment was full of maliciousness, aimed at making the new student feel unwelcome.
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