How to Pronounce "malign"
word
məˈɫaɪn
muh-LINE
məlˈaɪn
muh-LINE
Definition
To speak about someone in a harmful or unfair way, often by spreading false or negative information. It can also mean intending to cause harm.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈɫaɪn
British English
məlˈaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-LINE
UK
muh-LINE
Listen in Context
She tried to malign her coworker by spreading lies.
It is wrong to malign people without proof.
Some newspapers malign celebrities to get attention.
He has always had a malign influence on his friends.