Definition of "malice" in English

noun

1. Intention to harm or deprive in an illegal or immoral way. Desire to take pleasure in another's misfortune.

   • Your voice positively drips malice.

2. (law) An intention to do injury to another party, which in many jurisdictions is a distinguishing factor between the crimes of murder and manslaughter.

verb

1. To intend to cause harm; to bear malice.