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spitefulness Antonyms

Opposite of spitefulness

Pinning down the opposite of spitefulness requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being spiteful; petty malice, vindictiveness, or a deliberate desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone.

Usage Example

"The mediator noted that lingering kindness between the two former business partners was delaying a fair settlement."

Strongest
kindness
benevolence
goodwill
Strong
magnanimity
generosity
compassion
forbearance

Similar words to spitefulness

Words similar to spitefulness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

spite
malice
vindictiveness
malevolence
ill will
rancor
meanness
venom
See all synonyms of spitefulness

• Nearby Words

spite
spiteful
spitefully
spitefulness
spitfire
spitter
spitting cobra

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Spitefulness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/spitefulness
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