Malista is the superlative form of mala ('very'), functioning as an adverb meaning 'especially,' 'most of all,' or 'above all.' Its 12 NT occurrences typically single out one item from a group for special emphasis. Paul uses it with particular frequency: believers should do good to all, 'especially' to the household of faith (Gal 6:10); greetings from all the saints, 'especially' those of Caesar's household (Phil 4:22); bring the books, 'especially' the parchments (2 Tim 4:13). In Acts, it introduces Agrippa as 'especially' expert in Jewish customs (Acts 26:3). Spanish 'especialmente/mayormente,' French 'surtout,' and German 'besonders' all capture the singling-out, superlative force.