Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mean-spirited
Adjective
/ˈmiːnˈspɪrɪtɪd/
Definition
Having a nasty or unkind disposition; inclined to be intentionally harmful or unpleasant.
Examples
- The mean-spirited comments made by the critic hurt the artist’s feelings.
- It wasn’t just a joke; her mean-spirited behavior revealed a deeper issue.
- Despite his success, his mean-spirited nature alienated his friends.
Meaning
Mean-spirited describes a person who is deliberately cruel or unkind, often deriving pleasure from the misfortune of others.
Synonyms
- malicious
- unkind
- cruel
- nasty
- spiteful
