bösartige

Bösartige is a German adjective that translates to "malicious," "malignant," or "vicious" in English. It is used to describe something that is intended to cause harm, injury, or suffering. This can apply to a wide range of contexts, from describing ill intentions or malevolent behavior in people to characterizing dangerous diseases or harmful substances.

In a medical context, "bösartig" is often used to describe cancerous tumors, differentiating them from benign (gutartig) growths. A bösartiger tumor is one that is malignant, meaning it has the ability to invade surrounding tissues and spread to other parts of the body, a process known as metastasis. This distinction is critical for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Beyond the medical field, "bösartig" can describe actions, words, or even objects that are inherently harmful or destructive. For instance, one might speak of bösartige Absichten (malicious intentions) or a bösartige attacke (vicious attack). The term conveys a strong sense of negativity and an active desire to inflict damage. The opposite of bösartig is gutartig, meaning benign or good-natured.