Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catty
adjective
/ˈkæti/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is spiteful or malicious in their remarks, often in a subtle or indirect way.
Examples
- She made a catty remark about her friend’s new dress.
- His catty attitude made it hard for others to feel comfortable around him.
Meaning
Catty refers to behavior or comments that are mean-spirited, often masked as humor or sarcasm.
Synonyms
- Spiteful
- Malicious
- Mean
- Sneaky
- Cutthroat
