Baleful
(adjective)
- Evil, sinister, or malevolent in nature, effect, or intention; causing or threatening harm or destruction.
- Foreboding, ominous, or threatening, suggesting or forecasting evil or disaster.
Origin:
From middle english 'bale' meaning 'misery, destruction' and 'ful' meaning 'full of'.
Examples:
- The baleful gaze of the dark figure sent shivers down her spine.
- The clouds had a baleful appearance, dark and foreboding.
- The baleful influence of the sorcerer was said to bring doom to all who crossed his path.
- The baleful red eyes of the monster seemed to follow her every move.
- The baleful words of the prophecy hung over her head like a dark cloud, filling her with dread.