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Meaning of Hateful
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "hateful" means feeling or showing intense dislike or hostility towards someone or something.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "hateful" as full of hate, or inspiring hate, and also as offensive or objectionable.
- The Cambridge Dictionary describes "hateful" as feeling or showing a strong dislike for someone or something, or as being very unpleasant or unacceptable.
Example Uses
- The hateful comments on social media were disturbing and upsetting to many users.
- She had a hateful relationship with her ex-husband, and the divorce was a long and difficult process.
- The hateful behavior of the bully towards the new student was reported to the school authorities.
- The politician's hateful speech sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from the public.