How to Pronounce "vindictiveness"
word
vɪnˈdɪktɪvnəs
vin-DIK-tiv-nuss
vɪndˈɪktɪvnəs
vind-IK-tiv-nuss
Definition
A strong desire to get revenge or harm someone because of anger or hurt feelings; the quality of being unforgiving and wanting to punish others.
IPA Transcription
American English
vɪnˈdɪktɪvnəs
British English
vɪndˈɪktɪvnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vin-DIK-tiv-nuss
UK
vind-IK-tiv-nuss
Listen in Context
Her vindictiveness made it hard to forgive her.
He acted out of vindictiveness when he spread lies.
Vindictiveness is not a good way to solve problems.
Don't confuse vindictiveness with standing up for yourself—they're not the same.