Definition
despiteous
adjective
- showing malice, contempt, or a desire to harm; spiteful and cruel
Usage: archaic or literary
Examples
- The despiteous remarks wounded her deeply.
- He cast a despiteous glance at his rival across the room.
- Her despiteous behavior toward the newcomer shocked everyone.
- The villain's despiteous laughter echoed through the hall.
- Such despiteous cruelty had no place in a civilized society.