vindictive

vɪnˈdɪktɪv
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Translation of vindictive into German

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Adjective

1.

revenge or spite

having a strong desire for revenge or acting in a spiteful way
rachsüchtig nachtragend vergeltungssüchtig
  • She became vindictive after the argument.Sie wurde rachsüchtig nach dem Streit.
2.

punitive

excessively punitive or harsh
  • The vindictive punishment was unnecessary.Die rachsüchtige Bestrafung war unnötig.
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Expressions with vindictive: examples in English and translations in German

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punitiver Schadensersatz
The court awarded vindictive damages to set an example.

Synonyms and analogies of vindictive in English

Examples of vindictive in a sentence

  • Don't be vindictive; seek constructive feedback instead.
  • Her vindictive nature made her unpopular.
  • The vindictive remarks were uncalled for.

Translations of "vindictive" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
rachsüchtigadj.

The woman described in this article is quite calculating and vindictive.

Die in diesem Artikel beschriebene Frau ist ziemlich berechnend und rachsüchtig.

The vindictive rival plotted revenge to undermine his opponent's campaign.

Der rachsüchtige Rivale plante Rache, um die Kampagne seines Gegners zu untergraben.

nachtragendadj.

Very vindictive, he does not admit that we annoy him.

Sehr nachtragend nimmt er nicht an, daß man ihn durchkreuzt.

I may be vindictive, but it's not over that.

Ich bin vielleicht nachtragend, aber darum geht es nicht.

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Other translations for vindictive:

  • rachgierigadj.
  • unversöhnlichadj.

vindictive: Examples and translations in context

A vindictive spirit lingered in the office following the recent layoffs.

Ein rachsüchtiger Geist verweilte im Büro nach den kürzlichen Entlassungen.

She wrote a vindictive letter after the betrayal, revealing her true feelings.

Sie schrieb einen rachsüchtigen Brief nach dem Verrat und enthüllte ihre wahren Gefühle.

The movie portrayed the vindictive villain as someone who never forgave.

Der Film stellte den rachsüchtigen Bösewicht als jemanden dar, der nie vergibt.

The vindictive ex-wife sought to ruin his chances of getting a promotion.

Die rachsüchtige Ex-Frau versuchte, seine Chancen auf eine Beförderung zu ruinieren.

The vindictive feud between the two families seemed to escalate with every passing year.

Die rachsüchtige Fehde zwischen den beiden Familien schien jedes Jahr zu eskalieren.

Her vindictive nature made it impossible for anyone to stay friends with her long-term.

Ihr rachsüchtiges Wesen machte es unmöglich, langfristig mit ihr befreundet zu bleiben.

Their vindictive actions were fueled by jealousy and resentment toward their competitor.

Ihre rachsüchtigen Handlungen wurden durch Eifersucht und Groll gegenüber ihrem Konkurrenten angetrieben.

Their vindictive laughter echoed through the hall as they watched him fail.

Ihr rachsüchtiges Lachen hallte durch die Halle, als sie ihm beim Scheitern zusahen.

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