ill-intentioned vs ill-intended

Both 'ill-intentioned' and 'ill-intended' are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Ill-intentioned' is more commonly used to describe a person or their actions as having harmful or malicious intentions. On the other hand, 'ill-intended' is less common and is typically used in a more formal or literary context.

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ill-intentioned

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe a person or their actions as having harmful or malicious intentions.

Use 'ill-intentioned' to describe someone or something with harmful or malicious intentions.

Examples:

He was known for his ill-intentioned schemes.
Her ill-intentioned behavior caused a lot of trouble.
The ill-intentioned plot was uncovered by the authorities.
Ill-intentioned individuals often try to take advantage of others.
The company was accused of ill-intentioned practices.

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EnglishEdit. EtymologyEdit · ill + intentioned. PronunciationEdit · IPA: /ɪl ɪnˈtɛnʃənd/; Rhymes: -ɛnʃənd. AdjectiveEdit. ill-intentioned (comparative more ...
Ill-intentioned definition, having malicious intentions: an ill-intentioned criticism that was meant more to hurt than to help. See more.
Feb 22, 2023 ... Such proposals are ill-intentioned and probably not effective. a badly-intentioned intervention; good-intentioned volunteers ...
Sep 29, 2022 ... ... Against Internet Troll Spreading 'Ill-Intentioned Rumor' ... and an “ill-intentioned rumor” about the group on multiple platforms.
AND it is the board's job to protect her from nefarious individuals with ill-intentioned motives. by Rocky101 June 13, 2010.
Dec 9, 2015 ... Allegations of neocolonialism ill-intentioned. Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of the ...
Nov 16, 2022 ... Hong Kong gov't slams US congressional panel report for 'ill-intentioned political attacks' · National security law concerns. The USCC also said ...
Define Ill-intentioned. means “having malicious intentions.” Dictionary.com, http://www.dictionary.com/browse/ill-intentioned (last visited Apr. 1, 2020).

Alternatives:

malicious
malevolent
sinister
evil-minded
wicked

ill-intended

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English. It is typically used in a more formal or literary context.

Use 'ill-intended' in a formal or literary context to describe something with harmful or malicious intentions.

Examples:

The ill-intended consequences of his actions were unforeseen.
Her ill-intended motives were finally revealed.
The letter was full of ill-intended words.
The ill-intended nature of the plan became apparent.
His ill-intended schemes were thwarted by the authorities.

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Nov 5, 2022 ... Hong Kong No 2 official condemns Wall Street Journal's 'ill-intended and gravely biased' editorial on mega financial summit ...
PGII program ill-intended and infeasible: China Daily editorial. chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2022-06-28 19:40. The Group of Seven leaders gather for a ...
Jun 27, 2022 ... Japan announces ill-intended ambition to hike military spending at G7 summit. By Zhang Han and. Liu Xuanzun. Defense reporter at the Global ...
Many translated example sentences containing "ill-intended" – Spanish-English dictionary and search engine for Spanish translations.
Apr 9, 2019 ... Neal: Biden's conduct not ill-intended, but not OK. As allegations of misconduct from former Vice President Joe Biden roll in, ...
Apr 8, 2019 ... The Ministry of National Defence has warned that legal action will be taken against the “ill-intended” individuals who recently used ...

Alternatives:

malicious
malevolent
sinister
evil-minded
wicked

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