malignancy

US /məˈlɪɡ.nən.si/
UK /məˈlɪɡ.nən.si/
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1.

the state or presence of a malignant tumor; cancer.

:
The biopsy confirmed the malignancy of the growth.
Early detection of malignancy is crucial for successful treatment.
2.

the quality of being evil or malevolent.

:
There was a hint of malignancy in his smile.
The villain's actions were driven by pure malignancy.