VocabJLPT N3
hateful
い-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. hateful
  2. 2. detestable
  3. 3. amazing
This adjective describes a strong feeling of hatred or resentment toward someone or something. It expresses a deep, intense dislike and is a fairly strong emotional word, so it should be used carefully.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"The way you said that — I hate it!" my little sister snapped.

Sentence 2

If someone's attitude bothers you that much, do you just distance yourself?

Sentence 3

Laughing at someone's failure — it's genuinely hateful to watch!

Sentence 4

Every time I think back on those words, I hate who I was yesterday!

Sentence 5

I hate myself for not being able to do something this simple!