1. having or showing a desire for revenge; seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived wrong

Examples

• She wrote a vindictive letter after being fired from her job.
• His vindictive behavior toward his ex-wife made the divorce proceedings difficult.
• The vindictive coach benched players who questioned his decisions.
• Her vindictive comments about her former friend surprised everyone.
• The lawsuit seemed vindictive rather than seeking genuine justice.
• He had a vindictive streak that emerged whenever he felt wronged.