Meaning & Definition of word "Hateful"

Hateful

/ˈheɪt.fəl/

adjective:

  • 1. marked by hate; filled with or expressing hate.
    • Example: The hateful remarks made during the debate shocked everyone in the audience.
  • 2. causing or deserving hate; loathsome.
    • Example: The documentary highlighted the hateful practices that are still prevalent in some societies.
  • 3. intensely disliked; detestable.
    • Example: He left the party feeling a sense of hateful resentment towards those who betrayed him.

Etymology

From hate + -ful, late Middle English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hateful crime:

A crime motivated by bias against a person's characteristics or identity.

hateful rhetoric:

Speech or writing that involves or promotes hatred.

Related Words

hate:

An intense dislike or ill will.

hatred:

Deep-seated animosity or aversion.

Slang Meanings of hateful

Meaning: A description of something extremely unpleasant or offensive.

Example Sentence: That movie was so hateful, I couldn't even finish it.

Meaning: Referring to someone who is very negative or toxic.

Example Sentence: Don't be so hateful; try to see the good in people.