— vindictively , adv. — vindictiveness , n.
/vin dik"tiv/ , adj.
1. disposed or inclined to revenge; vengeful: a vindictive person.
2. proceeding from or showing a revengeful spirit: vindictive rumors.
[ 1610-20; vindict ( a ) vengeance + -IVE ]
Syn. 1. unforgiving. See spiteful .
Ant. 1. forgiving.