malefit

English

Noun

malefit (plural malefits)

  1. A detriment or disadvantage
    Synonyms: encumbrance, hindrance, nuisance, obstacle, drawback
    Antonyms: benefit, advantage, aid, assistance, boon, foredeal, help
    • 2013, Lawrence Kamm, Radical Ideas:
      However, if there are elements of similarity or dissimilarity, such as benefits and malefits to mankind, it can be useful to make such a comparison even if it cannot be made quantitatively.

Latin

Pronunciation
  • (Classical) IPA(key): /ˈma.le.fit/, [ˈmäɫ̪ɛfɪt̪]
  • (Ecclesiastical) IPA(key): /ˈma.le.fit/, [ˈmäːlefit̪]

Verb

malefit

  1. third-person singular present passive indicative of malefaciō
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