hurtful
Translation
causing distress, unkind, harmful
Examples
That was a very hurtful comment.
That was a very hurtful comment.
Try not to say hurtful things.
Try not to say hurtful things.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) hurtful ((noun)) causing emotional pain That was a hurtful comment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unkind, cruel, malicious; Antonyms: kind, complimentary, soothing
Etymology
From 'hurt' + '-ful' (meaning 'full of'). Literally, 'full of hurt'.
Memory Tips
Something that is 'hurtful' is 'full' of 'hurt'.