malign
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/məˈlaɪn/
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/məˈlaɪn/
to speak badly about someone or something in public
Those who malign him in this way are simply being dishonest.
那些这样诽谤他的人简直是不诚实。
causing harm or danger
a malign force/influence/effect
有害的力量/影响/效果