spiteful
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for spiteful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Full of spite; deliberately unkind or vindictive.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use spiteful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
spiteful remark
spiteful behavior
a spiteful person
Etymology
From spite plus the adjective-forming suffix -ful.
Full origin of spiteful →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.
