vindictive
adjective
1. disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
- more vindictive than jealous love
- punishments...essentially vindictive in their nature
Similar word(s): unforgiving, revengeful, vengeful
2. showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite
- a vindictive man will look for occasions for resentment
Similar word(s): malicious, despiteful, spiteful