What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
despitefully
Example
She spoke despitefully of her former boss, spreading lies and rumors. [despitefully: adverb]
Example
He acted despitefully towards his ex-girlfriend, vandalizing her car and spreading false rumors about her. [despitefully: adverb]
spitefully
Example
She spitefully spread rumors about her coworker to get her in trouble. [spitefully: adverb]
Example
He spitefully refused to invite his ex-best friend to his wedding, even though they had been friends for years. [spitefully: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Spitefully is more commonly used than despitefully in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between despitefully and spitefully?
Despitefully is more formal than spitefully, and is typically used in more serious or formal contexts.
