Malice is a term used to describe ill-will or intention to harm. There are several synonyms for malice, including spite, animosity, vindictiveness, hostility, rancor, enmity, enmity, resentment, grudge, venom, and antipathy. Spite, for instance, refers to a feeling of hatred or resentment that drives one to act out of a sense of revenge or to inflict harm. Animosity, on the other hand, is an intense hatred or dislike that can lead to violent or aggressive behavior. Vindictiveness is a strong desire for revenge, often motivated by a feeling of being wronged. Regardless of the specific word used, malice refers to an attitude of hatred, spite, or ill-intent.