Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mean-streak

noun
/miːn striːk/
Definition
A tendency to be mean or cruel to others.
Examples
  • Despite his charming personality, he has a mean streak that sometimes surprises his friends.
  • Her mean streak came out during the argument, and she said things that were hurtful.
Meaning
A mean streak refers to an underlying nature or trait in a person that leads them to be unkind or harsh towards others, often unexpectedly.
Synonyms
  • cruelty
  • malice
  • meanness
  • spite
  • vindictiveness