How to Pronounce "malignant"
word
/məˈɫɪɡnənt/
muh-LIG-nuhnt
/məlˈɪɡnənt/
muh-LIG-nuhnt
Definition
Describes something very harmful and dangerous, especially used for cancers that can spread and worsen, or for someone or something showing strong ill will.
IPA Transcription
American English
/məˈɫɪɡnənt/
British English
/məlˈɪɡnənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-LIG-nuhnt
UK
muh-LIG-nuhnt
Listen in Context
The doctors said the tumor was malignant.
He was diagnosed with a malignant form of cancer.
A malignant cell divides rapidly and spreads.
Don't worry, the doctor said it's not malignant.