WordValeadjective
vindictive
seeking revenge
In more detail
1. (adjective) seeking revenge or trying to harm someone because you are angry at them for something they did in the past
2. (adjective) done or said in order to punish or hurt someone
Examples
- 1. He has a vindictive nature and never forgets an insult.
- 2. The company took vindictive action against the employee who criticized them.
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