English dictionary
malice aforethought
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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(law) criminal intent; the thoughts and intentions behind a wrongful act (including knowledge that the act is illegal); often at issue in murder trials
Synonyms mens reaSource: WordNet 3.0