Meaning of the word spite in English

What does spite mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spite

US /spaɪt/

UK /spaɪt/

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

Example:

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He did it out of pure spite.

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She broke the vase just to show her spite.

Synonym:

malice malevolence ill will rancor venom

deliberately annoy or offend (someone)

Example:

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He tried to spite her by ignoring her calls.

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Don't let him spite you with his rude comments.

Synonym:

annoy vex irk pique gall

Related Word:

spiteful in spite of