despiteous

[dih-spahy-tuh s]

despiteous Definition

• 1. full of malice or spiteful
• 2. disdainful

Using despiteous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "despiteous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Her despiteous remarks hurt his feelings.

• Example

  The despiteous attitude of the boss made everyone uncomfortable.

• Example

  Despiteous behavior towards others is never acceptable.

despiteous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for despiteous

• spiteful
• malicious
• malevolent
• vindictive
• hateful

Antonyms for despiteous

• benevolent
• kind
• compassionate

Phrases with despiteous

• despiteous look

  a look that shows malice or disdain

  Example

  She gave him a despiteous look before walking away.

• despiteous treatment

  treatment that is full of malice or spite

  Example

  The despiteous treatment he received from his colleagues made him quit the job.

• despiteous words

  words that are full of malice or spite

  Example

  He regretted saying those despiteous words to his friend.

Origins of despiteous

from Middle English 'despitous', from Old French 'despitus', past participle of 'despire', meaning 'to despise'

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Summary: despiteous in Brief

'Despiteous' [dih-spahy-tuh s] is an adjective that describes someone or something as being full of malice or spiteful. It can also mean disdainful. Examples of usage include 'Her despiteous remarks hurt his feelings.' and 'Despiteous behavior towards others is never acceptable.' Synonyms for 'despiteous' include 'spiteful,' 'malicious,' and 'malevolent.'