Malediction
Nounअभिशाप
Definition
A magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction.
Contextual Sentence: "The sorcerer's malediction turned the prince into a frog."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Split as 'MALE' (bad) + 'DICTION' (words) — bad words or curses.
Synonyms
curse
imprecation
anathema
Antonyms
blessing
benediction
boon