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hatefulness Synonyms
Another word for hatefulness
Choosing another word for hatefulness depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or quality of being filled with or expressing intense hatred, malice, or hostility.
Usage Example
"The community united to speak out against the malice expressed in the anonymous letters."
Strongest
malice
malevolence
Strong
spitefulness
hostility
venom
vitriol
rancor
animosity
• noun (Context 2)
The quality of being deeply detestable, odious, or deserving of hatred.
Usage Example
"Historians have written extensively about the sheer odiousness of the regime's oppressive policies."
Strongest
odiousness
detestableness
loathsomeness
Strong
repugnance
vileness
foulness
Opposites of hatefulness
The opposite of hatefulness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
benevolence
kindness
loveliness
goodwill
compassion
pleasantness
warmth
friendliness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hatefulness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hatefulness