MALISON Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

malison

noun

ˈma-lə-sən

Definition of malison

as in curse

a prayer that harm will come to someone muttered terrible malisons against the people trying to seize her family's property

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But while social media debates on whether a Glee-boot is a blessing or a curse, the former cast is dusting off their sequin hats.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026
Embedding nature in the wider business The breadth of nature is a blessing and a curse.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026

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