vindictive
inclined to seek revenge; spiteful
Word origin: From Latin vindicta, vengeance.
Vindictive in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing vindictive in a sentence.
His vindictive nature led him to retaliate against every slight.
His vindictive review seemed designed less to assess the book than to punish its author.
Using “vindictive” well
Vindictive means inclined to seek revenge, spiteful in disposition. It is the opposite of forgiving or merciful. Distinguish it from vindicate, which means to clear of blame.
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