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despiteful

 
Dictionary: de·spite·ful   (dĭ-spīt'fəl) pronunciation
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adj.
Full of malice; spiteful.

despitefully de·spite'ful·ly adv.
despitefulness de·spite'ful·ness n.

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The adjective has one meaning:

Meaning #1: showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite
  Synonyms: spiteful, vindictive

 
 
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