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Meaning of Hurtful
The primary meaning of "hurtful" is causing emotional or physical pain.
Definitions
- Causing emotional or physical pain
- * Unkind or cruel in a way that causes someone to feel upset or unhappy
- * Damaging or harmful to someone's feelings or reputation
Etymology of Hurtful
The word "hurtful" originates from the Old English and Old Norse words for "harm" and "injury"
It has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe actions or words that cause pain or distress
Example Uses
- Her hurtful comments made him feel embarrassed and self-conscious
- * The hurtful memories of the accident still lingered in her mind
- * He tried to apologize for his hurtful behavior, but she was too upset to listen