malefit

English

Noun

malefit (plural malefits)

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]

(modern Italianate Ecclesiastical) IPA^(key): /ˈma.le.fit/, [ˈmäːlefit̪]

Verb

malefit

third-person singular present passive indicative of malefaciō

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