
Spiteful
Negative Reaction
Used to express negative feelings after being wronged or insulted.

He became spiteful after losing the game, refusing to shake hands.
Emotional Hurt
Often reflects deep emotional pain or grudges held over time.

She spread rumors out of spiteful vengeance for the past.
Provoked Reaction
Typically isn't unprovoked; there's often a reason behind it.

His spiteful remarks came after the heated argument.
Compare with
HatefulHostileMalevolentMaliciousMeanResentfulUnfriendlyVenomousVindictive
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