Definitions

1. verb

to speak evil of; to utter slanderous or false statements about (someone); to make a false and damaging accusation against

“The journalist was accused of maligning the politician’s character during the interview.”

2. verb

to cause harm or injury to

“The disease was known to malign the patient’s immune system.”

3. noun

a malignant growth or tumor, typically cancerous

“The doctor was concerned about the malign found in the patient’s lung.”

4. adjective

having a malevolent or evil nature

“The malign intentions of the villain were evident in his actions.”