spite

B2
Pronunciation
/spaɪt/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Ill will or hatred toward another, accompanied with the desire to irritate, annoy, or thwart; a want to disturb or put out another; mild malice

Synonyms
grudge rancor
Example Sentences
  • He was so filled with spite for his ex-wife, he could not hold down a job.
2 Definition

Vexation; chagrin; mortification.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To treat maliciously; to try to injure or thwart.

Example Sentences
  • She soon married again, to spite her ex-husband.
2 Definition

To be angry at; to hate.

3 Definition

To fill with spite; to offend; to vex.

Preposition
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Notwithstanding; despite.