ill natured

/ɪlˈneɪtʃərd/
adjective
  1. Having a bad-tempered, unpleasant, or mean disposition; inclined to be disagreeable or hostile.
    • The ill-natured neighbor complained about every little noise the children made.
    • Even as a puppy, the dog was ill-natured and would growl at anyone who came near.
    • Her ill-natured comments during the meeting made everyone feel uncomfortable.
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