Maleficent
/məˈlɛfɪsənt/noun
A character known for doing evil or harm; often associated with dark magic.
Did you know?The term 'maleficent' originates from the Latin 'maleficus', linked to the ancient idea of malevolent magic that could harm others.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
maleficus
“one who does evil”
Old French
Old French
maleficent
“evil-doing, harmful”
Middle English
Middle English
maleficent
“doing evil, wicked”
Modern English
English
maleficent
“characterized by evil or harm, often used in literature.”
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