Pronunciation: [spˈa͡ɪtfəlɪ] (IPA) 
The word "spitefully" is spelled with a silent 'e' at the end of the word, indicating that the vowel 'u' is pronounced as a long vowel. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /spaɪtfəli/, where the stress is on the second syllable. The 'i' in the beginning and ending of the word is pronounced as /aɪ/. Spitefully is an adverb used to describe behavior that is intended to cause harm or ill will towards someone.
Spitefully is an adverb that describes the manner in which someone acts or speaks with a strong sense of malice, ill will, or vindictiveness. It is derived from the word "spite," which refers to a feeling of resentment, anger, or desire to hurt others. When someone acts spitefully, they intentionally engage in behavior that is motivated by a desire to harm others or to seek revenge for perceived wrongs.
A person acting spitefully may engage in various actions or behaviors intended to cause distress or harm, such as spreading rumors, engaging in verbal attacks, sabotaging others' efforts, or purposefully causing emotional or psychological pain. They may also exhibit a resentful or vindictive attitude, showing pleasure or satisfaction in causing harm or inconvenience to others.
Spiteful actions can sometimes be aimed at specific individuals or groups, and they may occur in response to personal grievances, rivalries, envy, or a desire to exert control over others. Such behavior is often fueled by negative emotions and a sense of resentment, leading individuals to act out of a desire to inflict suffering on those they perceive as their enemies or rivals.
In summary, acting spitefully involves intentionally causing harm or distress to others motivated by feelings of anger, resentment, vindictiveness, or the desire for revenge. It encompasses various behaviors and attitudes aimed at causing harm, distress, or inconvenience to others.
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The word "spitefully" can be traced back to the Middle English word "spitfull", which came from the Old English word "spītfūl". It is a compound word formed from "spīt", meaning "spite" or "ill will", and "fūl", which means "full of". Over time, "spitfull" evolved in spelling and pronunciation to become "spitefully". The term "spite" itself comes from the Old Norse word "spita" or "spíta", which means "taunt" or "insult".
