Hateful Definition & Meaning
hateful
- adjective
- evoking or deserving hatred; "no vice is universally as hateful as ingratitude"- Joseph Priestly
- characterized by malice; "a hateful thing to do"; "in a mean mood"
"Hateful" in song lyrics
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"The game's tough and the world can be hateful"
Classified — Step It Up -
"See I'm grateful, for the way of escape from bein' hateful"
Flame f/ J.R. — Open My Heart -
"Mister Mean And Hateful"
Insane Clown Posse — Ride 2 Da End
Words that rhyme with hateful
Usage tips for "hateful"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hateful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hateful to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does hateful mean?
- evoking or deserving hatred; "no vice is universally as hateful as ingratitude"- Joseph Priestly characterized by malice; "a hateful thing to do"; "in a mean mood"
- What part of speech is hateful?
- Hateful is an adjective.
- How many definitions does hateful have?
- Hateful has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).