Cattiness

usgb/ˈkætinəs/
noun

The quality of being petty or spiteful towards others, similar to a cat's attacking behavior.

Her cattiness towards her coworkers made it difficult for them to work as a team.
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Often appears as...

  • display cattiness
  • cattiness towards someone

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Disapproving

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Negative Emotion

Cattiness often carries a strong sense of resentment or anger, usually in a subtle way.

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The cattiness in her voice was evident when she talked about her rival.
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Social Context

Cattiness usually occurs in social situations, particularly where there's competition or jealousy.

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At the party, Jenna's cattiness about Mara's new dress was noticeable.
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Informal Tone

The term 'cattiness' is informal and could be seen as disrespectful in formal contexts.

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In the board meeting, his cattiness was out of place and unprofessional.
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