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vindicative

adjective

/ˈvɪndɪkeɪtɪv/

Meaning

showing a tendency to vindicate or justify; inclined to defend

Her vindicative tone showed that she strongly believed in her innocence.

defensive, justifying, explanatory, supportive

accusatory, blaming

vindicative tone, vindicative response, vindicative attitude

not understandable; incomprehensible

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

differing in form, details, or in some other respect; alternative

unlucky; showing signs that future success is unlikely; unfavorable

respected and admired deeply

shrewd, prudent, or tactful in practical matters