Vindictive Definition & Meaning
vindictive
- adjective
- disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge; "more vindictive than jealous love"- Shakespeare; "punishments...essentially vindictive in their nature"- M.R.Cohen
- showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite; "a despiteful fiend"; "a truly spiteful child"; "a vindictive man will look for occasions for resentment"
"Vindictive" in song lyrics
See how vindictive is used in real songs:
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"When I inflict it, I'm vindictive"
Pep Love — Different -
"poems vindictive"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with vindictive
Usage tips for "vindictive"
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