Main Entry:

bale·ful

Pronunciation:

\-fəl\

Function:

adjective

Date:

before 12th century

1 : deadly or pernicious in influence <baleful effects> 2 : foreboding or threatening evil <a baleful look>

synonyms see sinister

— bale·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb

— bale·ful·ness \-fəl-nəs\ noun