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Definition of bitchiness

bitchiness

/ˈbɪtʃ.i.nəs/
bitch · i · ness

Adverb:bitchily
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Adjective:bitchy
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bitchiness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being maliciously spiteful, petty, or unpleasant in speech or behavior.

Example

"The constant gossip and petty bitchiness in the department made it a stressful place to work."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because it derives from a vulgar, historically gendered slur, 'bitchiness' is informal and derogatory; in professional or formal contexts, neutral alternatives like 'spitefulness', 'cattiness', or 'petty malice' are preferred.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bitchiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bitchiness
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