Word Study #6 (Karrer 7)
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
malevolent | DEFINITION: showing a wish to do evil to others (bad+wish)SYNONYMS: bad-natured, spiteful, wicked |
benevolent | DEFINITION:kindly or well meaning(good+wish) SYNONYMS: big-hearted, generous, kind |
malefactor | DEFINITION: one who commits crime, does wrong (bad+do+or=person)SYNONYMS: black sheep, thug, evildoer |
beneficial | DEFINITION: favorable, advantageous, results in good (adjective) (good+make)SYNONYMS: good, helpful,useful |
benediction | DEFINITION:to say blessing/prayer, especially @ religious service (good+say)SYNONYMS: blessing, thanksgiving |
benefactor | DEFINITION: person who gives money, gift or help (good+do+or=person)SYNONYMS: good Samaritan, altruist, supporter |
malfunction | DEFINITION: failure to work properly(bad+perform) SYNONYMS: defect, glitch, flaw, 'bug" |
malicious | DEFINITION: intending to do harm, mean(bad+XXX) SYNONYMS: hateful, nasty, vengeful |
bonanza | DEFINITION: situation/ event that creates sudden wealth or good fortune (good+XXX)SYNONYMS: windfall, cash cow, gold mine |
benefit | DEFINITION: advantage, profit or gain from something (good+make)SYNONYMS:advantage, profit, asset, gain |
bon-, bene- | good, well (base) |
mal(e)- | bad, wrong (base) |
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