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