What does vindictive mean?
Vindictive means Having a tendency to seek revenge when wronged, vengeful..
Vindictive
/vɪnˈdɪk.tɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
Having a tendency to seek revenge when wronged, vengeful..
Definitions by Sense
- Having a tendency to seek revenge when wronged, vengeful.
- (obsolete) Punitive.
Example Sentences
Lord Avonleigh was an angry rather than a vindictive man. Vindictiveness requires more energy of character than he possessed. Indeed, it may be questioned whether he would of himself have taken the violent measures of the preceding evening.
The vindictive mockery in her voice made his brain quiver.
The victors will exact vindictive penalties and the losers of course will undertake to pay, but none of them realizes that money is going to do the most extraordinary things to them when they begin upon that.
Synonyms for vindictive
Antonyms for vindictive
Related Words
Word Forms
- more vindictive
- most vindictive
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for vindictive?
Common synonyms include vengeful, revengeful, nasty, avengeful.
What is the opposite of vindictive?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use vindictive in a sentence?
Lord Avonleigh was an angry rather than a vindictive man. Vindictiveness requires more energy of character than he possessed. Indeed, it may be questioned whether he would of himself have taken the violent measures of the preceding evening.
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