Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is similar in meaning to the given word.

Malicious

  1. Buffoon

  2. Ban

  3. Barn

  4. Bad

  5. Binned
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Malicious specifically means having or showing a wish to cause harm, pain, or suffering. While bad is the closest among these options, it's overly broad and imprecise. Malicious implies intent to harm, whereas bad can mean many negative things.

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