Hateful

usgb/ˈheɪtfl/
adjective

Strong dislike or ill-will towards someone or something.

His racist comments were not just wrong, but they were hateful.
Visual representation of "hateful" - Strong dislike or ill-will towards someone or something

Often appears as...

  • hateful act
  • hateful comments

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Emotional Intensity

'Hateful' conveys strong emotions and shouldn't be used lightly.

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She couldn't hide her hateful feelings when talking about the betrayal.
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Negative Context

Use 'hateful' to express negativity in actions, speech, or attitudes.

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The debate turned ugly when one participant made hateful remarks.
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Harsh Judgment

'Hateful' implies a harsh and unkind judgment towards others.

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His hateful critique of her work left her feeling discouraged.
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