Korean word

악의

Pronunciation

Romanizationagui

Meaning

  • nounmalice

Example

그는 악의를 가지고 있었다.keu neun a gui reul ka ji go i sseot tta

He had malicious intent.

Illustration for 악의 (malice)

More examples

그녀의 표정은 악의로 가득했다.keu nyeo ui pyo jeong eun a gui ro ka deu kaet tta

Her expression was full of malice.

Core concept

A deliberate wish to cause harm, held in the mind before or behind an action.

Common phrases

  • 악의로 가득하다a gui ro ka deu ka da

    be full of malice

  • 악의에 찬a gui e chan

    full of malice

Similar words

적의cheogui: A feeling of hostility toward another person can involve wanting to attack or injure them.
미움mium: A deep dislike of someone or something may stay strong over time and become hatred.
악감정akkkamjeong: Negative feelings toward someone can cover many forms of emotional dislike and resentment.

Definition in Korean

다른 사람에게 해를 주려는 의도나 마음.ta reun sa ra me ge hae reul chu ryeo neun ui do na ma eum

Word origin

This Sino-Korean word combines elements meaning evil and intention, forming the idea of an intention to harm another person.

Usage tips

  • It is stronger than simple dislike because it focuses on harmful intent, even when the harm itself does not happen.

Opposites

Related words

  • 악의적aguijeokmaliciousadjective
  • 악의적으로aguijeogeuromaliciouslyadverb

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