Maliciously
/məˈlɪʃəsli/
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- (adv.) In a manner characterized by intent to cause harm, injury, or loss to another, especially without justification or excuse.
The defendant acted maliciously when he destroyed the evidence.
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Used to describe the mental state or intent behind wrongful acts, often relevant in criminal and tort law to establish culpability.
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