Hurtful Definition
hurtful
- adjective
- causing hurt; "her hurtful unconsidered words"
- harmful to living things; "deleterious chemical additives"
"Hurtful" in song lyrics
See how hurtful is used in real songs:
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"You know what I'm sayin? And...it's hurtful"
DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles — Weare at War -
"Cut you at the knee wit the shotgun, it's hurtful"
Warcloud — Mad Axes
Words that rhyme with hurtful
Usage tips for "hurtful"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hurtful" 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 hurtful to find words that pair well.