noun a mean or unkind person
Casual or colloquial usage to refer to someone who is being mean or unpleasant
Used to describe someone who is unkind or cruel to others, especially in a repetitive and intentional manner
Used in online communication to describe someone who is being rude or disrespectful
Commonly used in children's literature or when discussing interactions among young children
Used in adolescent social settings to describe someone who is acting in a hurtful or unkind manner towards others
In a professional context, 'meanie' may be used by a writer to describe a character in a story who is portrayed as mean or unkind.
A psychologist may use the term 'meanie' to describe a person's behavior or personality traits during a therapy session or when discussing a case study.
Teachers may use 'meanie' in a lighthearted way to describe a strict or stern colleague or supervisor.
In human resources, 'meanie' may be used informally to refer to a difficult or demanding employee or manager.