malevolently
UK/mə'levələntli/US/mə'levələntli/
C2
Definitions
adv.
In a way that shows a wish to harm others
恶意地；充满敌意地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmalevolentbad, ill
+
-lyroll, turn (volvere); will, wish (velle)
=malevolently
malevolent + -ly (in the manner of) = in an ill-wishing, spiteful way. Transparent -ly adverb.
Example Sentences
- 1.
He grinned malevolently as his plan unfolded.
- 2.
The character stared malevolently at his enemies.