Spite (sentiment)
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To spite is to intentionally annoy, hurt, or upset. Spiteful words or actions are delivered in such a way that it is clear that the person is delivering them just to annoy, hurt, or upset.[1] When the intent to annoy, hurt, or upset is shown subtly, behavior is considered catty.[2]
The Underground Man, in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novella Notes from Underground, is an example of spite. His motivation remains constantly spiteful, undercutting his own existence and ability to live.
[edit] See also
- Crab mentality
- Cutting off the nose to spite the face
- Hostility
- Resentment
- Spite (game theory)
- Schadenfreude
- Spite fence
- Spite house
- Tall poppy syndrome
