spiteful

[ˈspaɪtfəl]

spiteful Definition

  • 1showing or caused by malice
  • 2intended to hurt or annoy someone

Using spiteful: Examples

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

  • Example

    She made spiteful comments about his appearance.

  • Example

    He was spiteful towards his ex-girlfriend after their breakup.

  • Example

    The child was being spiteful by breaking his sister's toy.

  • Example

    She acted in a spiteful manner towards her coworkers.

spiteful Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for spiteful

Phrases with spiteful

  • malicious talk or rumors about someone with the intention of causing harm or damage to their reputation

    Example

    She spread spiteful gossip about her former friend.

  • actions that are intended to hurt or annoy someone

    Example

    His spiteful behavior towards his coworkers led to his termination.

  • spiteful remarks

    comments that are intended to hurt or annoy someone

    Example

    She made spiteful remarks about her coworker's work performance.

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Summary: spiteful in Brief

The term 'spiteful' [ˈspaɪtfəl] refers to actions or words that are intended to hurt or annoy someone, often caused by malice. Examples include 'She made spiteful comments about his appearance.' and 'The child was being spiteful by breaking his sister's toy.' 'Spiteful' can be used in phrases like 'spiteful gossip' and 'spiteful behavior,' which denote malicious talk or actions.