catty
2 synonyms for catty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Deliberately spiteful or snide in a subtle, needling way.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
bitchy
cattish
How to use catty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a catty comment
catty remarks
Etymology
From cat + -y, likening sharp, sly remarks to a cat's hidden claws.
Full origin of catty →Frequently asked questions
What does “catty” mean?
The word “catty” means deliberately spiteful or snide in a subtle, needling way. In plain terms, mean in a sly, indirect way — snide rather than openly aggressive.
How do you pronounce “catty”?
“Catty” is pronounced KA-tee ([ˈkʰæɾi] in IPA).
How do you use “catty” in a sentence?
Here is “catty” used in a sentence: “She made a catty remark about her coworker's outfit.”
What part of speech is “catty”?
“Catty” is an adjective.
