Malevolent detective Synonyms

Definitions for Malevolent


  • (adjective) having or showing a desire to cause someone pain or suffering for the sheer enjoyment of it
  • (adjective) wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred
  • (adjective) having or exerting a malignant influence

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public