Despiteful

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Pronunciation: /dɪˈspaɪtfəl/

Definitions of despiteful

adjective showing malice or ill will; malicious; spiteful

Example Sentences

A1 She was despiteful towards her classmates, always making fun of them.

A2 Despiteful comments were made by the coach, but the team still managed to win the game.

B1 The politician's despiteful behavior towards his opponents cost him the election.

B2 Despiteful rumors spread quickly through the small town, causing tension among the residents.

C1 Her despiteful actions were a reflection of her deep-seated insecurities and fears.

C2 The author's despiteful portrayal of the character left a lasting impact on the readers.

Examples of despiteful in a Sentence

formal Her despiteful remarks towards her colleague were completely uncalled for.

informal She can be so despiteful sometimes, it's hard to understand why.

slang I can't stand hanging out with Jenny, she's so despiteful.

figurative The storm raged on, despiteful of the damage it caused.

Grammatical Forms of despiteful

past tense

despited

plural

despitefuls

comparative

more despiteful

superlative

most despiteful

present tense

despites

future tense

will despise

perfect tense

have despised

continuous tense

is despising

singular

despiteful

positive degree

despiteful

infinitive

to despise

gerund

despising

participle

despised

Origin and Evolution of despiteful

First Known Use: 0014 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'despiteful' originated from the Middle English word 'despitous', which derived from the Old French word 'despitous' meaning full of malice or spite.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'despiteful' has evolved to primarily mean showing or feeling malice or spite towards someone or something.