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baleful

UK/ˈbeilfəl/US/'beilful/
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Threatening harm or evil; menacing and sinister in appearance or effect

恶意的,凶险的,威胁性的

Root Breakdown

Native English
baleother
+
fulfull of, characterized by
=baleful

Common Collocations

  • 1.baleful look凶险的目光
  • 2.baleful influence邪恶的影响

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The baleful look in his eyes suggested he harbored sinister intentions.

  • 2.

    The baleful influence of the cult leader corrupted many young followers.

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