malefit en · NOUN
Etymology
Attested from 1700s. Learned borrowing from Latin malefit, modeled on benefit. Equivalent to French malfaire.
Meanings
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A detriment or disadvantage
However, if there are elements of similarity or dissimilarity, such as benefits and malefits to mankind, it can be useful to make such a comparison even if it cannot be made quantitatively.
2013, Lawrence Kamm, Radical Ideas:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| malefits | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Antonyms
foredeal · boon · assistance · help · aid · benefit · advantage
Synonyms
nuisance · obstacle · hindrance · drawback · encumbrance