malevolence

Malevolence, n.

Etymology: [L. malevolentia. See Malevolent.]

The quality or state of being malevolent; evil disposition toward another; inclination to injure others; ill will. See Synonym of Malice.

Shades of meaning

Fernald has no entry of its own for malevolence; he lists it under enmity, hatred.

He lists it without comment; the entries above explain its neighbors.