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spiteful

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Adjective — Full of spite; deliberately unkind or vindictive.

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spiteful remark spiteful behavior a spiteful person

Etymology

From spite plus the adjective-forming suffix -ful.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spiteful” mean?

The word “spiteful” means full of spite; deliberately unkind or vindictive. In plain terms, acting or speaking out of a petty desire to hurt someone.

How do you pronounce “spiteful”?

“Spiteful” is pronounced SPYT-fuul (/ˈspaɪtfʊl/ in IPA).

How do you use “spiteful” in a sentence?

Here is “spiteful” used in a sentence: “She made a spiteful comment about his new haircut.”

What part of speech is “spiteful”?

“Spiteful” is an adjective.

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