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Meaning of spite
feeling of ill will or resentment
Etymology of spite
The word "spite" originated from Old French "despit" and Latin "despectus", meaning "a looking down on" or "contempt", and has been used in English since the 13th century to describe a feeling of ill will or resentment
Synonyms
malice
resentment
rancor
bitterness
ill will
hatred
animosity
hostility
venom
acrimony
spleen
gall
ire
indignation
exasperation
irritation
vexation
annoyance
displeasure
discontent
dissatisfaction
anger
fury
wrath
indignation
outrage
scandal
umbrage
offense
affront
insult
slight
snub
rebuff
discourtesy
rudeness
incivility
pettiness
peevishness
sullenness
moroseness
grudge
revenge
retaliation
reprisal
vengeance
Definitions
- A feeling of ill will or resentment, often accompanied by a desire to harm or annoy someone
- * A spiteful act or remark, intended to hurt or annoy someone
Usage Examples
- She did it out of spite, just to annoy her brother
- * He felt spite towards his former employer after being fired
- * The two siblings have been at odds for years, each trying to outdo the other out of spite
Antonyms
kindness
generosity
goodwill
benevolence
charity
compassion
sympathy
empathy
affection
love
fondness
tenderness
gentleness
courtesy
politeness
civility
cordiality
amity
friendship
harmony
conciliation
reconciliation
forgiveness
mercy
leniency
tolerance
understanding
patience
forbearance