Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the meaning of the keyword from the options given below. Malediction

  1. curse

  2. farewell words

  3. omen

  4. a closing prayer

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Malediction comes from 'male' (bad) + 'dict' (speak), literally meaning 'bad speaking' - a curse or magical word intended to harm someone. Option B (farewell words) would be 'valediction,' and option D (closing prayer) would be 'benediction.'