Learn how to use the comparative “less hateful” and superlative “least hateful” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “unhateful”?

The comparative form of “unhateful” is “less hateful”.

Example

Being kind is less hateful than being mean.

Example

Spreading love is less hateful than spreading hate.

What is the superlative form of “unhateful”?

The superlative form of “unhateful” is “least hateful”.

Example

Among all the options, forgiveness is the least hateful choice.

Example

Choosing kindness is the least hateful decision one can make.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Least" and "less" are used with "hateful" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "less hateful" and "least hateful" are commonly used to indicate a lower degree of hatred.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Hateful" follows the regular pattern of using "less" and "least" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “less hateful”

more loving

Used to describe something that shows more affection or compassion.

Example

Expressing gratitude is more loving than complaining.

less spiteful

Used to indicate that something is less malicious or vengeful.

Example

Forgiving others is less spiteful than holding grudges.

Expressions with similar meanings to “least hateful”

most loving

Used to describe something that shows the most affection or compassion.

Example

Helping others is the most loving act one can do.

least spiteful

Used to indicate that something is the least malicious or vengeful.

Example

Showing empathy is the least spiteful response in difficult situations.

Using than with comparative “less hateful”

When using the comparative form "less hateful" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Being kind is less hateful than being mean." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of hatred in "being kind" is lower than the level of hatred in "being mean."

How can I use this expression in context?

“less hateful” and “least hateful” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Actions

  Forgiving someone is less hateful than seeking revenge.

  Forgiving someone is less hateful than seeking revenge.

• 2. Words

  Using kind words is the least hateful way to communicate.

  Using kind words is the least hateful way to communicate.

• 3. Attitudes

  Having empathy is less hateful than being judgmental.

  Having empathy is less hateful than being judgmental.

• 4. Behaviors

  Promoting peace is the least hateful behavior one can exhibit.

  Promoting peace is the least hateful behavior one can exhibit.