vindictive

Definitions

Having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.

Intended to cause pain or distress to someone perceived as an enemy.

Examples

She was known for her vindictive nature, never letting a slight go unpunished.

The vindictive ex-employee sabotaged the company's database after being fired.

Synonyms

vengeful revengeful resentful spiteful malicious unforgiving rancorous

Antonyms

forgiving merciful lenient compassionate benevolent kind magnanimous