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Meaning of malicious compliance | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The behavior of strictly following the orders of a superior despite knowing that compliance will lead to a negative result, especially in a way that undermines the order's intent while following it to the letter.

uncountable

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

malicious mischief malicious prosecution Malicious-joy Malicious-tongue Maliciously Maliciousness

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