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