Vindictive – A strong desire for revenge
(Pronounced vin-dik-tiv)
To remember the definition of the word vindictive, use the following mnemonic:
It was vintage cars she found addictive (vindictive), so when her husband damaged her cars, she had a strong desire for revenge.
Examples of vindictive in a sentence
They were all careful not to upset the new boss, as she was known to be very vindictive.
He was feeling very vindictive, but managed to compose himself before doing anything reckless in pursuit of revenge.
She claimed her actions weren't vindictive, but no one believed her.
