malice
[ mal-is ]
the desire to see others suffer
USE 1
The villain’s actions were driven by pure malice, taking pleasure in the chaos and pain he inflicted upon the city.
USE 2
Despite the harsh words exchanged, I chose to believe that there was no real malice behind them, just frustration and misunderstanding.
USE 3
There was no mistaking the malice in her tone when she wished for her rival’s downfall, revealing a deep-seated envy.
