malevolent

(adjective)

adjective

1. wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred

- a gossipy malevolent old woman

- failure made him malevolent toward those who were successful

Similar word(s): malicious

2. having or exerting a malignant influence

- malevolent stars

Similar word(s): maleficent, evil, malefic, malign