spiteful

[ˈspaɪtfəl]

spiteful Definition

• 1. showing or caused by malice
• 2. intended 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

Synonyms for spiteful

• malicious
• malevolent
• vindictive
• mean
• nasty

Antonyms for spiteful

• kind
• benevolent
• generous

Phrases with spiteful

• spiteful gossip

  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.

• spiteful behavior

  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.