Smiteful

Pronunciation: /ˈɛsˈmaɪtˈɛfˈəɫ/

Smiteful (adj)

  1. Showing a strong wish to punish or destroy someone, often in a harsh and angry way.
  2. Connected with a god’s power to strike down people as punishment.

Smiteful (adjective)

Examples

  • The smiteful rules punish every mistake.
  • Her smiteful tone made the room feel tense.