HATEFUL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

evoking or deserving hatred

Example: no vice is universally as hateful as ingratitude"- Joseph Priestly

Part of speech: Adjective

characterized by malice

Example: a hateful thing to do; in a mean mood

The word "hateful" comes from Middle English hateful.

hate – A related word in the same word family.

ful – A related word in the same word family.

The printing press standardized Middle English spelling, freezing many irregular forms we use today.