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Meaning of vindictively
The primary meaning of "vindictively" is in a manner intended to cause harm or punishment to someone in retaliation for a perceived wrong.
Etymology of vindictively
The word "vindictively" originates from the Latin words "vindicta," meaning revenge or punishment, and the suffix "-ive," which forms an adjective indicating a tendency or disposition, combined with the adverbial suffix "-ly" to form the adverb "vindictively"
Historically, the term has been used to describe actions or behaviors motivated by a desire for revenge or retribution
Synonyms
vengefully
spitefully
maliciously
resentfully
bitterly
angrily
hostilely
aggressively
punitively
retributively
retaliatorily
avengingly
revengefully
wrathfully
furiously
irately
indignantly
offendedly
scornfully
contemptuously
disdainfully
hatefully
malevolently
malignly
nastily
cruelly
brutally
ruthlessly
mercilessly
pitilessly
heartlessly
callously
Definitions
- Showing or feeling a strong desire to harm or punish someone because you think they have wronged you in some way
- * Intending or intended to punish or take revenge on someone
Usage Examples
- The company's CEO was accused of firing employees vindictively after they spoke out against his policies
- * She responded vindictively to the criticism, launching a personal attack on her opponent
Antonyms
kindly
gently
benevolently
generously
charitably
compassionately
sympathetically
empathetically
mercifully
forgivingly
leniently
mildly
softly
quietly
peacefully
calmly
serenely
tranquilly
harmoniously
cooperatively
constructively
helpfully
supportively
positively