meanness

Definitions

The quality or state of being unkind, spiteful, or malicious.

The quality of being stingy or ungenerous.

The state of being low in quality, rank, or social status.

Examples

I was shocked by the sheer meanness of his comments during the meeting.

She struggled to understand the meanness behind such a cruel and unnecessary act.

Synonyms

cruelty malice spitefulness nastiness pettiness malevolence unkindness

Antonyms

kindness generosity benevolence magnanimity compassion charity goodwill